CSCO
Cisco Systems, Inc. Common Stock (DE)
Computer Communications Equipment
CSCO Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$102.01
+1.25 (+1.24%)
▲
5d:
+6.57%
30d:
-10.23%
90d:
-8.66%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
BUY
MODERATE Confidence (91%)
Quality Score
58/100
Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
30-Day Fair Range
$100.90 – $114.06
Position: SLIGHTLY LOW
Forward P/E & Valuation
21.3x
FAIR
vs 21.2x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$135.79
+33.1% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$93.35 / $108.77
Trend: Downtrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: CSCO shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 0.2% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
Smart Money Accumulation
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Signal fired Nov 2, 2026 at $103.44 · last confirmed Nov 12, 2026
Strength: 6.7/10
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$149.47
Based on 8.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$92.81
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 21.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: CSCO is currently trading at $102.01, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $100.90 to $114.06. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 21.3) is in line with its historical norms (21.2). At these levels, the market is pricing in 0.2% 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 $93.35, while resistance sits at $108.77.
Market Sentiment: CSCO scores 62/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $135.79 (+33.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, CSCO is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $93.35, while resistance sits at $108.77.
Market Sentiment: CSCO scores 62/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $135.79 (+33.1%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$100.90 -
$114.06
Company Quality Score
58/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
91.4%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$100.90 -
$114.06
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support Level
$93.35
Resistance Level
$108.77
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Nov 12, 2026
Quantitative Signal Breakdown
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (62/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 33.1% below Wall St target ($135.79)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 0.2% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 62/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
21.27
Wall Street Target
$135.79
(+33.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
17.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
52.1%
Profit Margin
20.9%
Valuation Premium vs History
+0.2% premium
PE vs Historical
21.3 vs 21.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+0.2%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$102.21
(+0%)
2-Year Target
$102.42
(+0%)
3-Year Target
$102.62
(+1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 21→21)
PE COMPRESSION
$102.28
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.3, Growth: 12.1%)
$143.74
(+41%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 12.1%)
$134.20
(+32%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 12.1%)
$114.07
(+12%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (29x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (21x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 29.46 | Current EPS (TTM): $3.42
Bull Case
$155.42
(+52%)
Analyst growth 40.2%, PE expands to 32.4
Base Case
$141.29
(+39%)
Market implied 40.2%, PE stable at 29.5
Bear Case
$68.52
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 25.0
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Bullish
9 Retail Mentions
Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bullish
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Last Tracked
Nov 13, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary:
Cisco shares climbed after reporting strong earnings and raising their outlook.
Key Retail Themes:
strong earnings report
raising guidance
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Last updated: November 12, 2026 6:50 PM ET
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