Summary
Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) reported a quarter ending October 25, 2008, marked by a slight increase in net sales of 8% year-over-year, reaching $10.33 billion. However, the company noted a significant downturn in business during the last month of the quarter due to the escalating global economic crisis, impacting enterprise, service provider, and commercial markets. While net income remained flat at $2.20 billion, reflecting higher operating expenses and reduced interest income, diluted EPS saw a modest increase to $0.37. Despite the challenging macroeconomic environment, Cisco's balance sheet remained robust, with total assets at $58.89 billion and shareholders' equity at $35.04 billion. The company also highlighted strong operating cash flow of $2.72 billion and a substantial cash and investments balance of $26.76 billion, providing financial flexibility.
Financial Highlights
30 data points| Revenue | $10.33B |
| Cost of Revenue | $3.65B |
| Gross Profit | $6.68B |
| Operating Expenses | $4.20B |
| Operating Income | $2.48B |
| Interest Expense | $64.00M |
| Net Income | $2.20B |
| EPS (Basic) | $0.37 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $0.37 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 5.88B |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 5.97B |
Key Highlights
- 1Net sales increased by 8% to $10.33 billion, driven by growth in product sales (up 7.7%) and service revenue (up 10.2%).
- 2A notable downturn in business was observed in the final month of the quarter due to the worsening global economic conditions.
- 3Net income was stable at $2.20 billion, impacted by increased operating expenses and lower interest income, despite improved gross margins.
- 4Diluted earnings per share rose to $0.37, up from $0.35 in the prior year's comparable quarter.
- 5The company generated strong operating cash flow of $2.72 billion.
- 6Cash and cash equivalents, along with investments, totaled $26.76 billion, underscoring a strong liquidity position.
- 7Cisco repurchased approximately 46 million shares of common stock for $1.0 billion during the quarter.