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Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) Return on Assets (ROA): 8.32%

Is Cisco Systems, Inc.’s return on assets (ROA) high or low?

Cisco Systems, Inc.'s return on assets (ROA) of 8.32% is 21% below its 5-year average of 10.48%, near the low end of its 5-year range (8.29%–12.57%).

The return on assets (ROA) for Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) is 8.32% as of Tuesday, June 9, 2026. It is above its 12-month average by 0.18% (8.30%).

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CSCO Return on Assets (ROA)
8.32%+0.36% 1Y
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CSCO Average Return on Assets (ROA) Chart

CSCO Current vs Average Return on Assets (ROA) Chart

CSCO Return on Assets (ROA) Metrics

RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA)

8.32%

RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG TTM

8.30%

RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 3Y

10.39%

RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 5Y

10.48%

RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 10Y

9.12%

RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 15Y

8.97%

RETURN ON ASSETS (ROA) AVG 20Y

9.99%

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

+0.18%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-19.92%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-20.64%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-8.82%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

-7.23%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

-16.71%

CSCO Competitors' Return on Assets (ROA)

NAMEMARKET CAPRETURN ON ASSETS (ROA)TTM3Y5Y
Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO)8.32%8.30%10.39%10.48%
Lam Research Corporation (LRCX)$409.14B25.10%22.76%23.18%24.18%
Intel Corporation (INTC)$542.41B-0.13%-4.84%-1.10%1.48%
Applied Materials, Inc. (AMAT)$396.35B19.28%20.07%21.71%21.93%
Oracle Corporation (ORCL)$591.83B7.39%7.40%6.82%7.76%
Arm Holdings plc American Depositary Shares (ARM)$345.65B8.45%8.66%7.20%6.21%
Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR)$303.24B18.26%12.78%4.85%-6.66%
KLA Corporation (KLAC)$279.46B25.28%21.59%23.41%21.16%
Texas Instruments Incorporated (TXN)$262.68B14.46%13.98%20.06%23.44%
International Business Machines Corporation (IBM)$260.81B6.97%5.68%4.55%4.35%

Asset Efficiency

ROA

8.3%

ROE

21.7%

Cisco Systems, Inc. Return on Assets (ROA) Formula & Definition

ROA = Net Income / Total Assets

Return on assets measures how efficiently a company generates profit from its total assets.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Cisco Systems, Inc. Return on Assets (ROA) FAQ

What is the return on assets (ROA) for Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO)?
The return on assets (ROA) for CSCO stock is 8.32%.
Is Cisco Systems, Inc.'s return on assets (ROA) high or low?
Cisco Systems, Inc.'s return on assets (ROA) of 8.32% is 21% below its 5-year average of 10.48%, near the low end of its 5-year range (8.29%–12.57%).
What is the TTM average return on assets (ROA) for Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO)?
The TTM average return on assets (ROA) for CSCO stock is 8.30%.
What is the 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO)?
The 3Y average return on assets (ROA) for CSCO stock is 10.39%.
What is the 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO)?
The 5Y average return on assets (ROA) for CSCO stock is 10.48%.
What is the 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO)?
The 10Y average return on assets (ROA) for CSCO stock is 9.12%.
What is the 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO)?
The 15Y average return on assets (ROA) for CSCO stock is 8.97%.
What is the 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO)?
The 20Y average return on assets (ROA) for CSCO stock is 9.99%.

Cisco Systems, Inc. Return on Assets (ROA) History

DATERETURN ON ASSETS (ROA)
2025-07-268.32%
2024-07-278.29%
2023-07-2912.38%
2022-07-3012.57%
2021-07-3110.86%
2020-07-2511.82%
2019-07-3111.88%
2018-07-310.10%
2017-07-317.40%
2016-07-318.83%
2015-07-317.92%
2014-07-317.47%
2013-07-319.87%
2012-07-318.76%
2011-07-317.45%
2010-07-319.57%
2009-07-319.00%
2008-07-3113.71%
2007-07-3113.75%
2006-07-3112.88%
2005-07-3116.94%
2004-07-3112.36%
2003-07-319.64%
2002-07-315.01%
2001-07-31-2.88%
2000-07-318.12%
1999-07-3114.07%
1998-07-3115.05%
1997-07-3119.23%
1996-07-3125.16%

About Cisco Systems, Inc.

Cisco Systems, Inc. is a leading global technology company focused on designing, producing, and marketing Internet Protocol (IP)-based networking equipment, software, and associated products within the communications and information technology industries. The company operates extensively across major regions including the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific, specifically covering Japan and China. Its comprehensive product lineup features switching solutions for both enterprise campuses and data centers. Cisco's enterprise routing segment is crucial for securely and reliably interconnecting public, private, wired, and mobile networks, ensuring vital connectivity across corporate campuses, data centers, and branch offices. Additionally, the company provides a range of wireless products offering seamless indoor and outdoor roaming for voice, video, and data applications. Security forms a significant pillar of its offerings, encompassing network defense, identity and access management, secure access service edge (SASE), alongside threat intelligence, detection, and response capabilities. For collaboration, Cisco delivers the Webex Suite, dedicated devices, contact center platforms, and communication platform-as-a-service (CPaaS). These end-to-end collaboration solutions are adaptable, available in cloud, on-premise, or hybrid environments, facilitating clients' migration to cloud-based systems. Moreover, their observability suite provides network assurance, monitoring, and analytics. Beyond its product portfolio, Cisco offers extensive customer support and services, including technical assistance, advanced professional services, and advisory consulting. The company serves a broad clientele, from small and large businesses to public institutions, governmental agencies, and service providers. Products and services are distributed directly by Cisco, as well as through a diverse network of system integrators, service providers, other resellers, and distributors. Cisco Systems, Inc. also engages in strategic collaborations with other industry players. Founded in 1984, the company is headquartered in San Jose, California.

San Jose, CA
90,400 employees
Technology / Communication Equipment
Sector
Technology
Industry
Communication Equipment
CEO
Charles H. Robbins