Cisco Systems Inc EV/EBITDA
Data as of August 04, 2026
EV/EBITDA
32.16
Enterprise Value
$481.39B
EBITDA (TTM)
$14.97B
Sector
Communications
How It's Calculated
32.16 = $481.39B ÷ $14.97B
What This Means
Cisco Systems Inc's EV/EBITDA of 32.2 is elevated, which can reflect growth expectations, scarce assets, or cyclical EBITDA.
About Cisco Systems Inc
Cisco Systems Inc (CSCO) operates in the Communications sector, specifically in Communications. With a market capitalization of about $457.17B, it ranks as a mega-cap stock — one of the largest publicly traded companies.
Shares recently traded near $115.86, within a 52-week range of $65.75 to $130.37 (-11.1% from the high, +76.2% from the low). Beta of 1.01 is broadly in line with typical market sensitivity.
Trailing profit margin is about 19.7%, signaling a solid profit margin for its industry.
Understanding This Metric
EV/EBITDA is widely used when comparing companies with different debt loads because enterprise value includes net debt while EBITDA approximates operating cash earnings power. For Cisco Systems Inc, the ratio should be read with growth, capex needs, and cycle position in Communications. Pair EV/EBITDA with free cash flow yield and net debt metrics before drawing conclusions — especially when EBITDA is depressed or boosted by one-time items.
Using This Number in Practice
Near 32.16x EV/EBITDA, Cisco Systems Inc (CSCO) carries an elevated EV/EBITDA multiple that may embed growth expectations or scarcity within its peer set. Enterprise value of about $481.39B and EBITDA near $14.97B form the ratio — adjust for one-time items before treating the headline multiple as comparable.
Credit and LBO workflows often sort names on EV/EBITDA before drilling into free cash flow and maintenance capex. Pair this view with the EV/EBITDA calculator and the CSCO metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Among Communications names on our S&P 100 coverage, Cisco Systems Inc's EV/EBITDA of 32.16 can be compared with peers such as ANET (54.95). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Communications stocks.
Key Takeaways
- CSCO is grouped in the Communications sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 1.01 suggests market-like price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 19.7% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CSCO's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Cisco Systems Inc's ratio is about 32.16 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Communications.
Is 32.16 high or low vs peers?
Among Communications peers (e.g. ANET (54.95)), CSCO's 32.16 should be read with growth, capex, and debt levels.
When is EV/EBITDA misleading?
EBITDA ignores capex, working capital, and stock-based comp; negative or tiny EBITDA makes the ratio meaningless. Cross-check with free cash flow and net debt.
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