What is the primary purpose of this 10-Q filing?

The primary purpose of this 10-Q filing is to provide investors with an update on CIENA CORP's financial performance and condition for the fiscal quarter ending January 31, 2010. It includes unaudited financial statements and management's analysis of the results.

What are the key financial statements included in this report?

The key financial statements included are the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations, Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets, and Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows.

How can investors understand the company's performance trends?

Investors can understand performance trends by comparing the financial data for the quarter ended January 31, 2010, with the data from the same period in the prior year (ended January 31, 2009), as presented in the statements of operations and cash flows. The MD&A section also provides qualitative insights into these trends.

What are the 'Risk Factors' mentioned in Part II?

The 'Risk Factors' section in Part II outlines potential challenges, uncertainties, and risks that could materially affect CIENA's business, financial condition, or future results. Investors should review this section to understand the company's exposure to various operational, market, and financial risks.

CIEN 10-Q Quarterly Report Q1 FY2010 — Revenue, Net Income, EPS

Summary

CIENA CORP (CIEN) filed its 10-Q for the quarter ending January 31, 2010, on March 5, 2010. This report covers the first fiscal quarter of 2010 and provides investors with a look at the company's financial performance and condition during this period. Key financial statements, including the consolidated statements of operations, balance sheets, and cash flows, are presented for comparison against the prior year's periods, offering insights into trends and operational changes. Investors should pay close attention to the Management's Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) section, which typically details the factors influencing the company's results, its financial condition, liquidity, and future outlook. The filing also includes important risk factors and other supplemental information that may impact the company's business and stock performance. While specific financial figures are not provided in the filing's table of contents, the comprehensive nature of the 10-Q allows for a thorough review of CIENA's operational and financial standing.

Financial Highlights

27 data points

Beta

Revenue

$175.88M

45.6% Gross Margin

Net Income

-$53.33M

-30.3% Net Margin

EPS (Diluted)

$-0.58

Cash & Equivalents

$573.18M

Free Cash Flow

-$2.54M

Financial Statements

Beta

Revenue	$175.88M
Cost of Revenue	$95.72M
Gross Profit	$80.16M
R&D Expenses	$50.03M
Operating Expenses	$130.02M
Operating Income	-$49.86M
Interest Expense	$1.83M
Net Income	-$53.33M
EPS (Basic)	$-0.58
EPS (Diluted)	$-0.58
Shares Outstanding (Basic)	92.32M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)	92.32M

Key Highlights

1The 10-Q filing covers the fiscal quarter ending January 31, 2010.
2It includes unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations, Balance Sheets, and Cash Flows.
3Financial data is presented for comparison between the current quarter and the corresponding prior-year period (January 31, 2009).
4Management's Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) is a key section for understanding operational performance and financial condition.
5The filing includes information on Market Risk and Controls and Procedures.
6Part II details other information, including legal proceedings, risk factors, and any unregistered sales of equity securities.

CIENA CORP Quarterly Report for Q1 Ended Jan 31, 2010

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