Cisco Systems, Inc. Common Stock (DE) (CSCO) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1281 data points (2021-09-10 to 2026-10-16)
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 softwar...
Cisco Systems, Inc. Common Stock (DE) (CSCO) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 35.41 (historical range: 13.71–43.34, median: 19.71), placing it at the 92th percentile — expensive relative to its history, P/S ratio of 6.97 (range: 3.19–8.53, 92th percentile — expensive relative to its history), EV/EBITDA of 30.91 (range: 10.98–37.56, 92th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-10 to 2026-10-16), Cisco Systems, Inc. Common Stock (DE)'s P/E ratio has expanded by 50% over the observed period (from an average of 17.9 to 26.7).
Cisco Systems, Inc. Common Stock (DE) trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 35.41 | 19.71 | 92th | expensive relative to its history |
| P/S Ratio | 6.97 | 4.21 | 92th | expensive relative to its history |
| EV/EBITDA | 30.91 | 15.99 | 92th | expensive relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 2.78% | 5.99% | 8th | expensive relative to its history |
Cisco Systems, Inc. Common Stock (DE) (CSCO) Valuation & P/E History
Cisco Systems, Inc. Common Stock (DE) (CSCO) is a US-listed stock operating in the Technology sector, specifically the Computer Communications Equipment industry currently trading at $107.04 with a market capitalization of $422.0 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for CSCO based on 1281 data points covering 2021-09-10 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 35.41 is above the historical median of 19.71, placing CSCO at the 92th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 6.97 compares to a median of 4.21.
CSCO Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Cisco Systems, Inc. Common Stock (DE)'s current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether CSCO is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests CSCO is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for Cisco Systems, Inc. Common Stock (DE).
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is CSCO Overvalued or Undervalued?
Cisco Systems, Inc. Common Stock (DE) trades well above its own historical valuation range across most metrics. The overall valuation percentile of 92 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive CSCO is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full CSCO analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.CSCO trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.