
Cisco Systems Inc
NASDAQ:CSCO

ROCE
Return on Capital Employed
ROCE, or Return on Capital Employed, is a financial ratio that measures a company’s profitability in relation to the capital it employs.
ROCE Across Competitors
Country | Company | Market Cap | ROCE | ||
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US |
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Cisco Systems Inc
NASDAQ:CSCO
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249.9B USD |
16%
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US |
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Arista Networks Inc
NYSE:ANET
|
115B USD |
31%
|
|
US |
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Motorola Solutions Inc
NYSE:MSI
|
69.9B USD |
32%
|
|
SE |
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Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson
STO:ERIC B
|
276.6B SEK |
17%
|
|
FI |
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Nokia Oyj
OMXH:NOKIA
|
25.3B EUR |
6%
|
|
US |
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Ubiquiti Inc
NYSE:UI
|
23.8B USD |
96%
|
|
CN |
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ZTE Corp
SZSE:000063
|
149.2B CNY |
7%
|
|
US |
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F5 Inc
NASDAQ:FFIV
|
16.3B USD |
18%
|
|
CN |
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Zhongji Innolight Co Ltd
SZSE:300308
|
103B CNY |
33%
|
|
TW |
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Accton Technology Corp
TWSE:2345
|
405.8B TWD |
47%
|
|
US |
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Juniper Networks Inc
NYSE:JNPR
|
12B USD |
6%
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Cisco Systems Inc
Glance View
Cisco Systems Inc., founded in 1984 by a couple of Stanford University's computer scientists, has cemented its stature as a linchpin in the technology sector. At its core, Cisco is a networking hardware and software behemoth, whose journey from a humble startup to a global powerhouse reflects its strategic foresight and innovation prowess. The company made its name by pioneering the Internet Protocol (IP)-based networking solutions that became the backbone of modern connectivity. Over the years, Cisco has expanded its realm through a mix of organic growth and strategic acquisitions, focusing primarily on routers, switches, and other advanced infrastructure technology solutions that form the lifelines of communication networks worldwide. Today, Cisco's business model revolves around building and securing the digital network architectures that enable organizations to operate seamlessly across various geographical locations. The company generates revenue through a blend of diversified yet interconnected streams, including the sale of its established hardware products, software, and a growing suite of subscription-based and service-oriented offerings. Cisco's pivot towards software, particularly in cloud-based networking and cybersecurity, allows it to harness recurrent revenue channels while adapting to evolving technological landscapes. It's their keen understanding of both the hardware demands and the rising prominence of software and services that fuels Cisco's enduring growth and underpins its ability to meet the ever-evolving demands of the digital age.

See Also
ROCE, or Return on Capital Employed, is a financial ratio that measures a company’s profitability in relation to the capital it employs.
Based on Cisco Systems Inc's most recent financial statements, the company has ROCE of 15.6%.