Core Insights - Fortinet (FTNT) and Cisco Systems (CSCO) are significant players in the network security market, with Fortinet focusing solely on security and Cisco integrating security with broader networking solutions [1][2] Market Overview - The network security market is projected to grow from $24.95 billion in 2025 to $42.93 billion by 2030, reflecting a CAGR of 11.47% during the forecast period [2] Fortinet's Performance - Fortinet has shown strong momentum in network security, maintaining its position as the leading firewall vendor globally and achieving double-digit growth in FortiGate hardware revenues [3][4] - The unified Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) platform has been a key growth driver, with 18% year-over-year growth in SASE billings and a 73% penetration rate in large enterprise SD-WAN [4][6] - The launch of the FortiGate 700G series has enhanced Fortinet's competitive edge, delivering 5x to 10x performance over competitors [5] - Fortinet's sovereign SASE solution is gaining traction in regulated sectors, ensuring compliance while maintaining performance [6] Cisco's Performance - Cisco's network security business reported strong results, with security orders rising in the high double digits year over year, driven by product innovation and customer demand [7] - The company added over 370 new customers, benefiting from partnerships that enhance its AI-ready secure infrastructure [8] - Despite strong performance, Cisco faces challenges with historical growth comparisons and uncertainties related to tariffs and macroeconomic conditions [9] Stock Performance and Valuation - Year-to-date, FTNT shares have returned 10.2%, outperforming CSCO's 7.7% gain and the sector's decline of 1.5% [10] - FTNT's forward 12-month P/S ratio is 11.16X, significantly higher than CSCO's 4.38X, reflecting investor confidence in FTNT's growth potential [13] - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for FTNT's 2025 earnings is $2.47 per share, indicating a 4.22% year-over-year increase, while CSCO's estimate is $3.73 per share, showing no change year over year [16][17] Investment Outlook - Fortinet presents a stronger investment opportunity with consistent double-digit revenue growth and expanding SASE adoption [19] - Cisco, while promising, faces delayed revenue realization and macro uncertainties, making its near-term outlook less compelling compared to Fortinet [20]

Core Viewpoint - Cisco Systems' stock price is expected to reach new highs in 2025 and continue to trend higher into 2026, driven by strong performance in Q3, positive guidance for Q4, and the impact of AI on business strength [1][4]. Financial Performance - Cisco reported Q3 net revenue of $14.15 billion, reflecting an 11.4% year-over-year increase and exceeding MarketBeat's consensus by 65 basis points [5]. - Product sales increased by 15%, while services saw a 3% rise, with all end markets showing growth, particularly a 54% increase in Security [6]. - Adjusted earnings were $0.96, approximately 200 basis points above consensus, indicating a 9% gain for investors [7]. Guidance and Analyst Sentiment - The guidance for Q4 and FY has been raised, with analysts' consensus at or below the lower end of the new targets [8]. - Analysts have increased their price targets for Cisco, with many projecting a range of $70-$75, representing a potential 15% upside [3][10]. Market Trends and Institutional Support - Institutional trends are favorable, with nearly 75% of the stock owned by institutions, providing a solid support base unlikely to sell [10]. - The stock price surged over 5% following the release of Q3 results, indicating positive market sentiment [11]. Dividend and Share Repurchase - Cisco maintains a dividend yield of 2.55% with an annual dividend of $1.64, supported by a solid cash flow and free cash flow [7]. - The company has $15 billion remaining under its share repurchase authorization, expected to last for about 10 quarters at the current pace [9].

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Cisco Systems (CSCO) reported third-quarter fiscal 2025 non-GAAP earnings of 96 cents per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 5.49%. The figure increased 9.1% year over year.Revenues of $14.15 billion surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.65%. The top line increased 11.4% year over year.Cisco shares were up 4.13% in pre-market trading. In the year-to-date period, CSCO shares have gained 3.6%, outperforming the Zacks Computer & Technology sector’s 2.4% decline.CSCO’s Top-Line DetailsRevenues ...

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Tech prime Cisco Systems (CSCO) reported robust third-quarter fiscal 2025 results, beating both earnings and revenue estimates. It lifted its outlook for the fiscal year, fueled by continued demand for the company’s technologies.CSCO shares jumped about 2% in after-market hours. Smooth trading is expected to continue in the ETF world as well, thereby making ETFs with the largest allocation to this networking giant compelling. The ETFs include iShares U.S. Telecommunications ETF (IYZ) , First Trust Nasdaq Cy ...

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Market Overview - The stock market experienced mixed results with the Dow down by 60 points (-0.14%), S&P 500 up by 4 points (+0.07%), Nasdaq gaining 112 points (+0.59%), and Russell 2000 down by 15 points (-0.74%) [1] Bond Market - Bond yields have increased over the past two weeks, with the 10-year yield at 4.54% and the 2-year yield at 4.06%, up from 4.06% and 3.62% respectively [2] Earnings Results - Cisco Systems reported earnings of $0.96 per share, beating expectations by $0.05, with revenues of $14.1 billion slightly above the expected $14.06 billion. The company raised guidance for the next quarter and full year, resulting in a 3.8% increase in shares [3] - Cisco's acquisition of Splunk for $28 billion has contributed to a product growth of 20%, while growth without Splunk was only 9% [4] - CoreWeave reported a loss of $1.40 per share against an expectation of -$0.18, but revenues of $981.63 million exceeded the consensus of $850.38 million [4] Upcoming Economic Reports - A series of economic reports are expected, including Retail Sales, Producer Price Index (PPI), Empire State and Philly Fed surveys, Industrial Production, Capacity Utilization, Business Inventories, and Homebuilder Confidence [5] Upcoming Earnings Reports - Earnings reports are anticipated from Walmart, Alibaba, Deere & Co., and Birkenstock, with challenges noted in forward guidance during the Q1 earnings season [6]