Is CSCO stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, CSCO is currently a WAIT with low confidence. 📊 MIXED SIGNALS: CSCO shows conflicting indicators. Wait for confirmation before entering.

What is the fair value of CSCO stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for CSCO to be between $106.98 and $114.29. The current price is $115.07.

What is the analyst price target for CSCO?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for CSCO is $136.16. This implies a potential upside of 18.3% from current levels.

CSCO Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

CSCO - Cisco Systems, Inc. Common Stock (DE)

Computer Communications Equipment

$115.07

-0.27 (-0.23%) ▼

5d: -2.43%

30d: +4.55%

90d: +2.95%

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Analysis Updated: Oct 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Nov 11, 2026 27d

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Signal fired Oct 6, 2026 at $115.94 · last confirmed Oct 13, 2026

Strength: 7.7/10

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 12.1%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$148.77

Based on 8.1% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$92.37

Trading above historical range

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 21.1x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: CSCO is currently trading at $115.07, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $106.98 to $114.29. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 24.0) compared to its historical average (21.1). At these levels, the market is pricing in 4.4% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.

Technical Outlook: Technically, CSCO is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $106.92, while resistance sits at $118.65.

Market Sentiment: CSCO scores 25/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $136.16 (+18.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position EXTENDED

Historical Trading Range $106.98 - $114.29

Company Quality Score 46/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 27.1%

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All Signals

BEARISH: Price extended above range
BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($136.16)
NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 4.4% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
WARNING: Composite score 46/100 in the bottom quintile — this cohort historically lags the market

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $106.98 - $114.29

Current vs Trading Range EXTENDED

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $106.92

Resistance Level $118.65

Current Trend Downtrend

Technical data as of Oct 13, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 23.99

Wall Street Target $136.16 (+18.3%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) 17.6%

Earnings Growth (YoY) 52.1%

Profit Margin 20.9%

Valuation Premium vs History +4.4% premium

PE vs Historical 24.0 vs 21.1 FAIR

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): +4.4% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $120.13 (+4%)

2-Year Target $125.42 (+9%)

3-Year Target $130.94 (+14%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 24→21) PE COMPRESSION $115.14 (+0%)

Earnings growth offset by PE compression

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 24.0, Growth: 12.1%) $162.14 (+41%)

Base: (SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 12.1%) $134.20 (+17%)

Bear: (PE: 16.9, Growth: 12.1%) $114.07 (-1%)

📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings

RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (35x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (24x PE) as earnings recover.

Trailing PE: 34.64 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.33

Bull Case $182.72 (+59%)

Analyst growth 44.0%, PE expands to 38.1

Base Case $166.11 (+44%)

Market implied 44.0%, PE stable at 34.6

Bear Case $78.43 (-32%)

Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 29.4

These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.

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Cisco Systems, Inc. Common Stock (DE)

Computer Communications Equipment

About

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 such as 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 employs 80,000 people and sells its products globally.

Exchange: XNAS

Market Cap: $271,782,290,519

Employees: 86,200

Listed Since: 1990-02-16

Website: Visit

CIK: 0000858877

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