Benzinga
Published Feb 22, 2024 16:00
Updated Feb 22, 2024 17:10
Investigating Cisco Systems's Standing In Communications Equipment Industry Compared To Competitors
Benzinga - by Benzinga Insights, Benzinga Staff Writer.
In today's fast-paced and highly competitive business world, it is crucial for investors and industry followers to conduct comprehensive company evaluations. In this article, we will delve into an extensive industry comparison, evaluating Cisco Systems (NASDAQ:CSCO) in relation to its major competitors in the Communications Equipment industry. By closely examining key financial metrics, market standing, and growth prospects, our objective is to provide valuable insights and highlight company's performance in the industry.
Cisco Systems Background Cisco Systems is the largest provider of networking equipment in the world and one of the largest software companies in the world. Its largest businesses are selling networking hardware and software (where it has leading market shares) and cybersecurity software like firewalls. It also has collaboration products, like its Webex suite, and observability tools. It primarily outsources its manufacturing to third parties and has a large sales and marketing staff—25,000 strong across 90 countries. Overall, Cisco employees 80,000 employees and sells its products globally.
Cisco Systems Inc | 14.74 | 4.24 | 3.46 | 5.76% | $3.7 | $8.22 | -5.89% |
Motorola Solutions Inc | 32.71 | 74.53 | 5.60 | 109.76% | $0.88 | $1.46 | 5.25% |
Nokia Oyj | 27.30 | 0.88 | 0.82 | -0.21% | $0.83 | $2.38 | 14.55% |
Juniper Networks Inc | 38.94 | 2.65 | 2.17 | 2.82% | $0.19 | $0.81 | -5.8% |
F5 Inc | 23.61 | 3.72 | 3.88 | 4.89% | $0.2 | $0.56 | -1.11% |
Ciena Corp | 31.84 | 2.77 | 1.85 | 3.15% | $0.13 | $0.49 | 16.32% |
Calix Inc | 73.50 | 3.09 | 2.25 | -0.56% | $-0.0 | $0.11 | 0.34% |
Viavi Solutions Inc | 469 | 2.87 | 2.07 | 1.53% | $0.04 | $0.15 | -10.54% |
Extreme Networks Inc | 19.73 | 14.08 | 1.17 | 3.68% | $0.02 | $0.18 | -6.9% |
Harmonic Inc | 18.58 | 3.43 | 2.58 | 21.56% | $0.01 | $0.08 | 1.68% |
Digi International Inc | 69.77 | 2.01 | 2.49 | -0.56% | $0.01 | $0.06 | -2.94% |
Aviat Networks Inc | 27.48 | 1.71 | 1.16 | 1.2% | $0.01 | $0.04 | 4.8% |
Clearfield Inc | 36.40 | 1.44 | 2.07 | -1.71% | $-0.0 | $0.0 | -60.17% |
Average | 72.41 | 9.43 | 2.34 | 12.13% | $0.19 | $0.53 | -3.71% |
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Debt To Equity Ratio
The debt-to-equity (D/E) ratio is a measure that indicates the level of debt a company has taken on relative to the value of its assets net of liabilities.
Considering the debt-to-equity ratio in industry comparisons allows for a concise evaluation of a company's financial health and risk profile, aiding in informed decision-making.
In light of the Debt-to-Equity ratio, a comparison between Cisco Systems and its top 4 peers reveals the following information:
Key Takeaways For Cisco Systems in the Communications Equipment industry, the PE, PB, and PS ratios indicate low valuation compared to peers. This suggests potential undervaluation based on earnings, book value, and sales. However, the low ROE and revenue growth, along with high EBITDA and gross profit, may raise concerns about the company's operational efficiency and future growth prospects relative to industry competitors.
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