CISCO REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FISCAL YEAR 2024 EARNINGS

Rhea-AI Summary

Cisco reported its Q4 and fiscal year 2024 earnings, highlighting both growth and declines. Q4 FY 2024 revenue was $13.6 billion, a 10% drop year-over-year. GAAP EPS decreased by 44% to $0.54, while Non-GAAP EPS decreased by 24% to $0.87. However, product order growth was strong at 14% YoY.

Total revenue for FY 2024 was $53.8 billion, down 6%. GAAP EPS decreased by 17% to $2.54, and Non-GAAP EPS decreased by 4% to $3.73. The Splunk acquisition contributed $4.3 billion to ARR, boosting it by 22% to $29.6 billion. Software revenue reached $18.4 billion, up 9% YoY.

Guidance for Q1 FY 2025 estimates revenue between $13.65-$13.85 billion and Non-GAAP EPS between $0.86-$0.88. For FY 2025, revenue is projected between $55.0-$56.2 billion, with Non-GAAP EPS between $3.52-$3.58.

A quarterly dividend of $0.40 per share is declared, to be paid on October 23, 2024.

Positive

• Product order growth of 14% year-over-year.
• Total annualized recurring revenue (ARR) increased by 22% to $29.6 billion.
• Software revenue grew by 9% to $18.4 billion.
• Solid margins: Q4 FY 2024 Non-GAAP gross margin at 67.9%, highest in 20 years.
• Subscription revenue grew significantly, making up 51% of total revenue.
• Strong Q1 FY 2025 and FY 2025 revenue and EPS guidance.

Negative

• Q4 FY 2024 revenue decreased by 10% year-over-year.
• GAAP EPS for Q4 FY 2024 decreased by 44% year-over-year.
• FY 2024 revenue was down by 6% year-over-year.
• GAAP EPS for FY 2024 decreased by 17% year-over-year.
• Significant decline in networking revenue, down 28% in Q4 FY 2024.
• Cash flow from operating activities decreased by 45% for FY 2024.

Insights

Financial Analyst

Cisco's Q4 FY2024 results show mixed performance. While revenue of $13.6 billion exceeded guidance, it still represents a 10% year-over-year decline. The acquisition of Splunk contributed significantly, adding $960 million to revenue. Despite revenue declines, Cisco maintained strong margins, with non-GAAP gross margin reaching 67.9%.

The company's transition to software and recurring revenue models is progressing well, with total subscription revenue now accounting for 51% of total revenue. However, the core networking segment saw a sharp 28% decline, which is concerning given its importance to Cisco's business.

Looking ahead, Cisco's FY2025 guidance of $55.0-$56.2 billion in revenue suggests modest growth. The focus on AI, cloud and cybersecurity investments indicates strategic positioning for future growth areas.

Tech Industry Analyst

Cisco's results reflect broader industry trends and challenges. The decline in networking revenue (28% YoY) is particularly noteworthy, potentially indicating market saturation or increased competition in traditional hardware markets. However, strong growth in Security (81%) and Observability (41%) segments, even excluding Splunk, demonstrates Cisco's successful pivot towards high-growth areas.

The Splunk acquisition is already showing its value, contributing significantly to revenue and strengthening Cisco's position in security and observability. This move aligns with the industry shift towards integrated, data-driven solutions.

Cisco's focus on AI, cloud and cybersecurity investments is important for maintaining relevance in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. The company's ability to execute in these areas will be critical for long-term growth and competitiveness.

Market Strategist

Cisco's Q4 results present a complex picture for investors. While the headline numbers show declines, there are positive underlying trends. The strong product order growth of 14% YoY suggests potential for future revenue recovery. The company's shift towards software and recurring revenue models is progressing well, providing more stable and predictable income streams.

The dividend increase to $0.40 per share and continued share repurchases ($2.0 billion in Q4) demonstrate confidence in Cisco's financial position and commitment to shareholder returns. However, investors should monitor the networking segment's performance closely, as its recovery will be important for overall growth.

Cisco's guidance for FY2025 suggests cautious optimism. The focus on high-growth areas like AI and cybersecurity could drive multiple expansion if executed successfully. Overall, Cisco appears to be navigating a challenging transition period with a clear strategy for future growth.

SAN JOSE, Calif., Aug. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --

News Summary:

• Product order growth of 14% year over year; up 6% excluding Splunk
• Revenue of $13.6 billion in Q4 FY 2024, above the high end of our guidance range
• Strong margins:
  • Q4 FY 2024 GAAP gross margin of 64.4% and Non-GAAP gross margin of 67.9%
  • FY 2024 GAAP gross margin of 64.7% and Non-GAAP gross margin of 67.5%, the highest in 20 years
• Solid growth in software and recurring metrics in FY 2024, enhanced by Splunk
  • Total subscription revenue of $27.4 billion including Splunk, representing 51% of total revenue
  • Total annualized recurring revenue (ARR) at $29.6 billion, including $4.3 billion from Splunk, up 22% year over year
  • Total software revenue at $18.4 billion, up 9% year over year, with software subscription revenue of $16.4 billion, up 15% year over year, making up 89% of total software revenue
• Q4 FY 2024 Results:
  • Revenue: $13.6 billion
    • Decrease of 10% year over year
  • Earnings per Share: GAAP: $0.54; Non-GAAP: $0.87
    • GAAP EPS decreased 44% year over year
    • Non-GAAP EPS decreased 24% year over year
• FY 2024 Results:
  • Revenue: $53.8 billion 
    • Decrease of 6% year over year
  • Earnings per Share: GAAP: $2.54; Non-GAAP: $3.73
    • GAAP EPS decreased 17% year over year
    • Non-GAAP EPS decreased 4% year over year
• Q1 FY 2025 Guidance:
  • Revenue: $13.65 billion to $13.85 billion
  • Earnings per Share: GAAP: $0.35 to $0.42; Non-GAAP: $0.86 to $0.88
• FY 2025 Guidance:
  • Revenue: $55.0 billion to $56.2 billion
  • Earnings per Share: GAAP: $1.93 to $2.05; Non-GAAP: $3.52 to $3.58

Cisco today reported fourth quarter and fiscal year results for the period ended July 27, 2024. Cisco reported fourth quarter revenue of $13.6 billion, net income on a generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) basis of $2.2 billion or $0.54 per share, and non-GAAP net income of $3.5 billion or $0.87 per share.

"We delivered a strong close to fiscal 2024," said Chuck Robbins, chair and CEO of Cisco. "In our fourth quarter, we saw steady customer demand with order growth across the business as customers rely on Cisco to connect and protect all aspects of their organizations in the era of AI."

"Revenue, gross margin and EPS in Q4 were at the high end or above our guidance range, demonstrating our operating discipline," said Scott Herren, CFO of Cisco. "As we look to build on our performance, we remain laser focused on growth and consistent execution as we invest to win in AI, cloud and cybersecurity, while maintaining capital returns."

Q4 GAAP Results
		Q4 FY 2024			Q4 FY 2023			Vs. Q4 FY 2023
Revenue		$	13.6 billion		$	15.2 billion			(10) %
Net Income		$	2.2 billion		$	4.0 billion			(45) %
Diluted Earnings per Share (EPS)		$	0.54		$	0.97			(44) %

The acquisition of Splunk, including financing costs, had a negative impact of $0.16 to GAAP EPS, for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024.

Q4 Non-GAAP Results
		Q4 FY 2024			Q4 FY 2023			Vs. Q4 FY 2023
Net Income		$	3.5 billion		$	4.7 billion		(25) %
EPS		$	0.87		$	1.14		(24) %

The acquisition of Splunk, including financing costs, had a negative impact of $0.04 to Non-GAAP EPS, for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024.

Fiscal Year GAAP Results
		FY 2024			FY 2023			Vs. FY 2023
Revenue		$	53.8 billion		$	57.0 billion		(6) %
Net Income		$	10.3 billion		$	12.6 billion		(18) %
EPS		$	2.54		$	3.07		(17) %

The acquisition of Splunk, including financing costs, had a negative impact of $0.25 to GAAP EPS, for fiscal 2024.

Fiscal Year Non-GAAP Results
		FY 2024			FY 2023			Vs. FY 2023
Net Income		$	15.2 billion		$	16.0 billion		(5) %
EPS		$	3.73		$	3.89		(4) %

The acquisition of Splunk, including financing costs, had a negative impact of $0.04 to Non-GAAP EPS, for fiscal 2024.

Reconciliations between net income, EPS, and other measures on a GAAP and non-GAAP basis are provided in the tables located in the section entitled "Reconciliations of GAAP to non-GAAP Measures."

Cisco Declares Quarterly Dividend

Cisco has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.40 per common share to be paid on October 23, 2024, to all stockholders of record as of the close of business on October 2, 2024. Future dividends will be subject to Board approval.

Financial Summary

All comparative percentages are on a year-over-year basis unless otherwise noted.

Q4 FY 2024 Highlights 

Revenue -- Total revenue was $13.6 billion, down 10%, with product revenue down 15% and services revenue up 6%. Splunk contributed approximately $960 million of total revenue for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024.

Revenue by geographic segment was: Americas down 11%, EMEA down 11%, and APJC down 6%. Product revenue performance reflected growth in Security up 81% and Observability up 41%. Networking was down 28%. Product revenue in Collaboration was flat. Security and Observability, excluding Splunk, grew 6% and 12%, respectively, in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024.

Gross Margin -- On a GAAP basis, total gross margin, product gross margin, and services gross margin were 64.4%, 63.0%, and 67.8%, respectively, as compared with 64.1%, 63.6%, and 65.7%, respectively, in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023.

On a non-GAAP basis, total gross margin, product gross margin, and services gross margin were 67.9%, 67.0%, and 70.3%, respectively, as compared with 65.9%, 65.5%, and 67.5%, respectively, in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023.

Total gross margins by geographic segment were: 67.7% for the Americas, 69.2% for EMEA and 66.4% for APJC.

Operating Expenses -- On a GAAP basis, operating expenses were $6.2 billion, up 12%, and were 45.2% of revenue. Non-GAAP operating expenses were $4.8 billion, up 4%, and were 35.4% of revenue.

Operating Income -- GAAP operating income was $2.6 billion, down 38%, with GAAP operating margin of 19.2%. Non-GAAP operating income was $4.4 billion, down 17%, with non-GAAP operating margin at 32.5%.

Provision for Income Taxes -- The GAAP tax provision rate was 9.8%. The non-GAAP tax provision rate was 16.6%.

Net Income and EPS -- On a GAAP basis, net income was $2.2 billion, a decrease of 45%, and EPS was $0.54, a decrease of 44%. On a non-GAAP basis, net income was $3.5 billion, a decrease of 25%, and EPS was $0.87, a decrease of 24%. 

Cash Flow from Operating Activities -- $3.7 billion for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024, a decrease of 37% compared with $6.0 billion for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023.

FY 2024 Highlights

Revenue -- Total revenue was $53.8 billion, a decrease of 6%. Splunk contributed approximately $1.4 billion of total revenue for fiscal 2024.

Net Income and EPS -- On a GAAP basis, net income was $10.3 billion, a decrease of 18%, and EPS was $2.54, a decrease of 17%. On a non-GAAP basis, net income was $15.2 billion, a decrease of 5% compared to fiscal 2023, and EPS was $3.73, a decrease of 4%.

Cash Flow from Operating Activities -- $10.9 billion for fiscal 2024, a decrease of 45% compared with $19.9 billion for fiscal 2023.

Balance Sheet and Other Financial Highlights

Cash and Cash Equivalents and Investments -- $17.9 billion at the end of the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024, compared with $18.8 billion at the end of the third quarter of fiscal 2024, and compared with $26.1 billion at the end of fiscal 2023.

Remaining Performance Obligations (RPO) -- $41.0 billion, up 18% in total, with 51% of this amount to be recognized as revenue over the next 12 months. Product RPO were up 27% and services RPO were up 10%.

Deferred Revenue -- $28.5 billion, up 11% in total, with deferred product revenue up 15%. Deferred service revenue was up 9%. 

Capital Allocation -- In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024, we returned $3.6 billion to stockholders through share buybacks and dividends. We declared and paid a cash dividend of $0.40 per common share, or $1.6 billion, and repurchased approximately 43 million shares of common stock under our stock repurchase program at an average price of $46.80 per share for an aggregate purchase price of $2.0 billion. The remaining authorized amount for stock repurchases under the program is $5.2 billion with no termination date.

Guidance

Cisco estimates the following results for the first quarter of fiscal 2025:

Q1 FY 2025
Revenue		$13.65 billion - $13.85 billion
Non-GAAP gross margin		67% - 68%
Non-GAAP operating margin		32% - 33%
Non-GAAP EPS		$0.86 - $0.88

Cisco estimates that GAAP EPS will be $0.35 to $0.42 for the first quarter of fiscal 2025.

Cisco estimates the following results for fiscal 2025:

FY 2025
Revenue		$55.0 billion - $56.2 billion
Non-GAAP EPS		$3.52 - $3.58

Cisco estimates that GAAP EPS will be $1.93 to $2.05 for fiscal 2025.

Our Q1 FY 2025 and FY 2025 guidance assumes an effective tax provision rate of approximately 17% for GAAP and approximately 19% for non-GAAP results.

A reconciliation between the guidance on a GAAP and non-GAAP basis is provided in the tables entitled "GAAP to non-GAAP Guidance" located in the section entitled "Reconciliations of GAAP to non-GAAP Measures."

Editor's Notes:

• Q4 fiscal year 2024 conference call to discuss Cisco's results along with its guidance will be held on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time. Conference call number is 1-888-848-6507 (United States) or 1-212-519-0847 (international).
    
• Conference call replay will be available from 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time, August 14, 2024 to 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time, August 20, 2024 at 1-866-510-4837 (United States) or 1-203-369-1943 (international). The replay will also be available via webcast on the Cisco Investor Relations website at https://investor.cisco.com.
    
• Additional information regarding Cisco's financials, as well as a webcast of the conference call with visuals designed to guide participants through the call, will be available at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time, August 14, 2024. Text of the conference call's prepared remarks will be available within 24 hours of completion of the call. The webcast will include both the prepared remarks and the question-and-answer session. This information, along with the GAAP to non-GAAP reconciliation information, will be available on the Cisco Investor Relations website at https://investor.cisco.com. 

 

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (In millions, except per-share amounts) (Unaudited)
	Three Months Ended				Fiscal Year Ended
	July 27, 2024		July 29, 2023		July 27, 2024		July 29, 2023
REVENUE:
Product	$        9,858		$      11,650		$      39,253		$      43,142
Services	3,784		3,553		14,550		13,856
Total revenue	13,642		15,203		53,803		56,998
COST OF SALES:
Product	3,644		4,237		14,339		16,590
Services	1,217		1,218		4,636		4,655
Total cost of sales	4,861		5,455		18,975		21,245
GROSS MARGIN	8,781		9,748		34,828		35,753
OPERATING EXPENSES:
Research and development	2,179		1,953		7,983		7,551
Sales and marketing	2,841		2,579		10,364		9,880
General and administrative	763		690		2,813		2,478
Amortization of purchased intangible assets	268		70		698		282
Restructuring and other charges	112		203		789		531
Total operating expenses	6,163		5,495		22,647		20,722
OPERATING INCOME	2,618		4,253		12,181		15,031
Interest income	270		312		1,365		962
Interest expense	(418)		(111)		(1,006)		(427)
Other income (loss), net	(74)		17		(306)		(248)
Interest and other income (loss), net	(222)		218		53		287
INCOME BEFORE PROVISION FOR INCOME TAXES	2,396		4,471		12,234		15,318
Provision for income taxes	234		513		1,914		2,705
NET INCOME	$        2,162		$        3,958		$      10,320		$      12,613
Net income per share:
Basic	$          0.54		$          0.97		$          2.55		$          3.08
Diluted	$          0.54		$          0.97		$          2.54		$          3.07
Shares used in per-share calculation:
Basic	4,018		4,071		4,043		4,093
Diluted	4,035		4,093		4,062		4,105

 

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. REVENUE BY SEGMENT (In millions, except percentages)
		July 27, 2024
		Three Months Ended				Fiscal Year Ended
		Amount		Y/Y%		Amount		Y/Y%
Revenue:
Americas		$        8,068		(11) %		$      31,971		(4) %
EMEA		3,511		(11) %		14,117		(7) %
APJC		2,064		(6) %		7,716		(8) %
Total		$      13,642		(10) %		$      53,803		(6) %

Amounts may not sum and percentages may not recalculate due to rounding.

 

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. GROSS MARGIN PERCENTAGE BY SEGMENT (In percentages)
		July 27, 2024
		Three Months Ended			Fiscal Year Ended
Gross Margin Percentage:
Americas		67.7 %			66.8 %
EMEA		69.2 %			69.1 %
APJC		66.4 %			67.2 %

 

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. REVENUE FOR GROUPS OF SIMILAR PRODUCTS AND SERVICES (In millions, except percentages)
		July 27, 2024
		Three Months Ended				Fiscal Year Ended
		Amount		Y/Y %		Amount		Y/Y %
Revenue:
Networking		$        6,804		(28) %		$      29,229		(15) %
Security		1,787		81 %		5,075		32 %
Collaboration		1,019		— %		4,113		2 %
Observability		248		41 %		837		27 %
Total Product		9,858		(15) %		39,253		(9) %
Services		3,784		6 %		14,550		5 %
Total		$      13,642		(10) %		$      53,803		(6) %

Security and Observability, excluding Splunk, grew 6% and 12%, respectively, in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024, and 4% and 15%, respectively, for fiscal 2024.

Amounts may not sum and percentages may not recalculate due to rounding.

 

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (In millions) (Unaudited)
	July 27, 2024		July 29, 2023
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$          7,508		$        10,123
Investments	10,346		16,023
Accounts receivable, net of allowance of $87 at July 27, 2024 and $85 at July 29, 2023	6,685		5,854
Inventories	3,373		3,644
Financing receivables, net	3,338		3,352
Other current assets	5,612		4,352
Total current assets	36,862		43,348
Property and equipment, net	2,090		2,085
Financing receivables, net	3,376		3,483
Goodwill	58,660		38,535
Purchased intangible assets, net	11,219		1,818
Deferred tax assets	6,262		6,576
Other assets	5,944		6,007
TOTAL ASSETS	$      124,413		$      101,852
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Short-term debt	$        11,341		$          1,733
Accounts payable	2,304		2,313
Income taxes payable	1,439		4,235
Accrued compensation	3,608		3,984
Deferred revenue	16,249		13,908
Other current liabilities	5,643		5,136
Total current liabilities	40,584		31,309
Long-term debt	19,621		6,658
Income taxes payable	3,985		5,756
Deferred revenue	12,226		11,642
Other long-term liabilities	2,540		2,134
Total liabilities	78,956		57,499
Total equity	45,457		44,353
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY	$      124,413		$      101,852

 

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (In millions) (Unaudited)
	Fiscal Year Ended
	July 27, 2024		July 29, 2023
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income	$      10,320		$      12,613
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation, amortization, and other	2,507		1,726
Share-based compensation expense	3,074		2,353
Provision for receivables	34		31
Deferred income taxes	(972)		(2,085)
(Gains) losses on divestitures, investments and other, net	215		206
Change in operating assets and liabilities, net of effects of acquisitions and divestitures:
Accounts receivable	(289)		734
Inventories	275		(1,069)
Financing receivables	76		1,102
Other assets	(671)		5
Accounts payable	(90)		27
Income taxes, net	(4,539)		1,218
Accrued compensation	(696)		651
Deferred revenue	1,220		2,326
Other liabilities	416		48
Net cash provided by operating activities	10,880		19,886
Cash flows from investing activities:
Purchases of investments	(4,230)		(10,871)
Proceeds from sales of investments	4,136		1,054
Proceeds from maturities of investments	6,367		5,978
Acquisitions, net of cash and cash equivalents acquired	(25,994)		(301)
Purchases of investments in privately held companies	(284)		(185)
Return of investments in privately held companies	202		90
Acquisition of property and equipment	(670)		(849)
Other	(5)		(23)
Net cash used in investing activities	(20,478)		(5,107)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Issuances of common stock	714		700
Repurchases of common stock - repurchase program	(5,787)		(4,293)
Shares repurchased for tax withholdings on vesting of restricted stock units	(992)		(597)
Short-term borrowings, original maturities of 90 days or less, net	478		(602)
Issuances of debt	31,818		—
Repayments of debt	(9,826)		(500)
Repayments of Splunk convertible debt, net	(3,140)		—
Dividends paid	(6,384)		(6,302)
Other	(37)		(32)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities	6,844		(11,626)
Effect of foreign currency exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents	(31)		(105)
Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents	(2,785)		3,048
Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents, beginning of fiscal year	11,627		8,579
Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents, end of fiscal year	$        8,842		$      11,627
Supplemental cash flow information:
Cash paid for interest	$           583		$           376
Cash paid for income taxes, net	$        7,426		$        3,571

 

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. REMAINING PERFORMANCE OBLIGATIONS (In millions, except percentages)
	July 27, 2024				April 27, 2024				July 29, 2023
	Amount		Y/Y %		Amount		Y/Y %		Amount		Y/Y %
Product	$    20,055		27 %		$    18,876		29 %		$    15,802		12 %
Services	20,993		10 %		19,898		14 %		19,066		9 %
Total	$    41,048		18 %		$    38,774		21 %		$    34,868		11 %

We expect 51% of total RPO at July 27, 2024 will be recognized as revenue over the next 12 months.

 

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. DEFERRED REVENUE (In millions)
	July 27, 2024		April 27, 2024		July 29, 2023
Deferred revenue:
Product	$      13,219		$      12,856		$      11,505
Services	15,256		14,619		14,045
Total	$      28,475		$      27,475		$      25,550
Reported as:
Current	$      16,249		$      15,751		$      13,908
Noncurrent	12,226		11,724		11,642
Total	$      28,475		$      27,475		$      25,550

 

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. DIVIDENDS PAID AND REPURCHASES OF COMMON STOCK (In millions, except per-share amounts)
		DIVIDENDS				STOCK REPURCHASE PROGRAM						TOTAL
Quarter Ended		Per Share		Amount		Shares		Weighted- Average Price per Share		Amount		Amount
Fiscal 2024
July 27, 2024		$           0.40		$         1,606		43		$         46.80		$         2,002		$         3,608
April 27, 2024		$           0.40		$         1,615		26		$         49.22		$         1,256		$         2,871
January 27, 2024		$           0.39		$         1,583		25		$         49.54		$         1,254		$         2,837
October 28, 2023		$           0.39		$         1,580		23		$         54.53		$         1,252		$         2,832
Fiscal 2023
July 29, 2023		$           0.39		$         1,589		25		$         50.49		$         1,254		$         2,843
April 29, 2023		$           0.39		$         1,593		25		$         49.45		$         1,259		$         2,852
January 28, 2023		$           0.38		$         1,560		26		$         47.72		$         1,256		$         2,816
October 29, 2022		$           0.38		$         1,560		12		$         43.76		$            502		$         2,062

 

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. RECONCILIATIONS OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP MEASURES   GAAP TO NON-GAAP NET INCOME (In millions)
	Three Months Ended				Fiscal Year Ended
	July 27, 2024		July 29, 2023		July 27, 2024		July 29, 2023
GAAP net income	$        2,162		$        3,958		$      10,320		$      12,613
Adjustments to cost of sales:
Share-based compensation expense	133		103		514		396
Amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets	331		168		936		630
Acquisition-related/divestiture costs	21		14		34		18
Supplier component remediation charge (adjustment), net	—		(9)		—		(9)
Total adjustments to GAAP cost of sales	485		276		1,484		1,035
Adjustments to operating expenses:
Share-based compensation expense	660		520		2,537		1,951
Amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets	268		70		698		282
Acquisition-related/divestiture costs	297		63		700		241
Russia-Ukraine war costs	—		(7)		(12)		—
Significant asset impairments and restructurings	112		203		789		531
Total adjustments to GAAP operating expenses	1,337		849		4,712		3,005
Adjustments to interest and other income (loss), net:
Russia-Ukraine war costs	49		—		49		—
(Gains) and losses on investments	(32)		(55)		100		133
Total adjustments to GAAP interest and other income (loss), net	17		(55)		149		133
Total adjustments to GAAP income before provision for income taxes	1,839		1,070		6,345		4,173
Income tax effect of non-GAAP adjustments	(315)		(215)		(1,360)		(838)
Significant tax matters	(155)		(133)		(155)		31
Total adjustments to GAAP provision for income taxes	(470)		(348)		(1,515)		(807)
Non-GAAP net income	$        3,531		$        4,680		$      15,150		$      15,979

 

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. RECONCILIATIONS OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP MEASURES   GAAP TO NON-GAAP EPS
	Three Months Ended				Fiscal Year Ended
	July 27, 2024		July 29, 2023		July 27, 2024		July 29, 2023
GAAP EPS	$          0.54		$          0.97		$          2.54		$          3.07
Adjustments to GAAP:
Share-based compensation expense	0.20		0.15		0.75		0.57
Amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets	0.15		0.06		0.40		0.22
Acquisition-related/divestiture costs	0.08		0.02		0.18		0.06
Russia-Ukraine war costs	0.01		—		0.01		—
Significant asset impairments and restructurings	0.03		0.05		0.19		0.13
(Gains) and losses on investments	(0.01)		(0.01)		0.02		0.03
Income tax effect of non-GAAP adjustments	(0.08)		(0.05)		(0.33)		(0.20)
Significant tax matters	(0.04)		(0.03)		(0.04)		0.01
Non-GAAP EPS	$          0.87		$          1.14		$          3.73		$          3.89

Amounts may not sum or recalculate due to rounding.

 

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. GAAP TO NON-GAAP EPS IMPACT OF SPLUNK ACQUISITION, INCLUDING FINANCING COSTS
	July 27, 2024
	Three Months Ended		Fiscal Year Ended
GAAP EPS Impact	$             (0.16)		$             (0.25)
Amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets	0.09		0.14
Acquisition-related costs	0.06		0.11
Income tax effect of non-GAAP adjustments	(0.03)		(0.05)
Non-GAAP EPS Impact	$             (0.04)		$             (0.04)

Amounts may not sum due to rounding.

 

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. RECONCILIATIONS OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP MEASURES   GROSS MARGINS, OPERATING EXPENSES, OPERATING MARGINS, INTEREST AND OTHER INCOME (LOSS), NET, AND NET INCOME (In millions, except percentages)
	Three Months Ended
	July 27, 2024
	Product Gross Margin		Services Gross Margin		Total Gross Margin		Operating Expenses		Y/Y		Operating Income		Y/Y		Interest and other income (loss), net		Net Income		Y/Y
GAAP amount	$ 6,214		$ 2,567		$ 8,781		$ 6,163		12 %		$ 2,618		(38) %		$ (222)		$ 2,162		(45) %
% of revenue	63.0 %		67.8 %		64.4 %		45.2 %				19.2 %				(1.6) %		15.8 %
Adjustments to GAAP amounts:
Share-based compensation expense	57		76		133		660				793				—		793
Amortization of acquisition- related intangible assets	331		—		331		268				599				—		599
Acquisition/divestiture-related costs	5		16		21		297				318				—		318
Russia-Ukraine war costs	—		—		—		—				—				49		49
Significant asset impairments and restructurings	—		—		—		112				112				—		112
(Gains) and losses on investments	—		—		—		—				—				(32)		(32)
Income tax effect/significant tax matters	—		—		—		—				—				—		(470)
Non-GAAP amount	$ 6,607		$ 2,659		$ 9,266		$ 4,826		4 %		$ 4,440		(17) %		$ (205)		$ 3,531		(25) %
% of revenue	67.0 %		70.3 %		67.9 %		35.4 %				32.5 %				(1.5) %		25.9 %

 

	Three Months Ended
	July 29, 2023
	Product Gross Margin		Services Gross Margin		Total Gross Margin		Operating Expenses		Operating Income		Interest and other income (loss), net		Net Income
GAAP amount	$ 7,413		$ 2,335		$ 9,748		$ 5,495		$ 4,253		$ 218		$ 3,958
% of revenue	63.6 %		65.7 %		64.1 %		36.1 %		28.0 %		1.4 %		26.0 %
Adjustments to GAAP amounts:
Share-based compensation expense	40		63		103		520		623		—		623
Amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets	168		—		168		70		238		—		238
Acquisition/divestiture-related costs	14		—		14		63		77		—		77
Russia-Ukraine war costs	—		—		—		(7)		(7)		—		(7)
Supplier component remediation charge (adjustment), net	(9)		—		(9)		—		(9)		—		(9)
Significant asset impairments and restructurings	—		—		—		203		203		—		203
(Gains) and losses on investments	—		—		—		—		—		(55)		(55)
Income tax effect/significant tax matters	—		—		—		—		—		—		(348)
Non-GAAP amount	$ 7,626		$ 2,398		$ 10,024		$ 4,646		$ 5,378		$ 163		$ 4,680
% of revenue	65.5 %		67.5 %		65.9 %		30.6 %		35.4 %		1.1 %		30.8 %

Amounts may not sum and percentages may not recalculate due to rounding.

 

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. RECONCILIATIONS OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP MEASURES   GROSS MARGINS, OPERATING EXPENSES, OPERATING MARGINS, INTEREST AND OTHER INCOME (LOSS), NET, AND NET INCOME (In millions, except percentages)
	Fiscal Year Ended
	July 27, 2024
	Product Gross Margin		Services Gross Margin		Total Gross Margin		Operating Expenses		Y/Y		Operating Income		Y/Y		Interest and other income (loss), net		Net Income		Y/Y
GAAP amount	$ 24,914		$ 9,914		$ 34,828		$ 22,647		9 %		$ 12,181		(19) %		$ 53		$ 10,320		(18) %
% of revenue	63.5 %		68.1 %		64.7 %		42.1 %				22.6 %				0.1 %		19.2 %
Adjustments to GAAP amounts:
Share-based compensation expense	214		300		514		2,537				3,051				—		3,051
Amortization of acquisition- related intangible assets	936		—		936		698				1,634				—		1,634
Acquisition/divestiture-related costs	10		24		34		700				734				—		734
Russia-Ukraine war costs	—		—		—		(12)				(12)				49		37
Significant asset impairments and restructurings	—		—		—		789				789				—		789
(Gains) and losses on investments	—		—		—		—				—				100		100
Income tax effect/significant tax matters	—		—		—		—				—				—		(1,515)
Non-GAAP amount	$ 26,074		$ 10,238		$ 36,312		$ 17,935		1 %		$ 18,377		(4) %		$ 202		$ 15,150		(5) %
% of revenue	66.4 %		70.4 %		67.5 %		33.3 %				34.2 %				0.4 %		28.2 %

 

	Fiscal Year Ended
	July 29, 2023
	Product Gross Margin		Services Gross Margin		Total Gross Margin		Operating Expenses		Operating Income		Interest and other income (loss), net		Net Income
GAAP amount	$ 26,552		$ 9,201		$ 35,753		$ 20,722		$ 15,031		$ 287		$ 12,613
% of revenue	61.5 %		66.4 %		62.7 %		36.4 %		26.4 %		0.5 %		22.1 %
Adjustments to GAAP amounts:
Share-based compensation expense	151		245		396		1,951		2,347		—		2,347
Amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets	630		—		630		282		912		—		912
Acquisition/divestiture-related costs	18		—		18		241		259		—		259
Supplier component remediation charge (adjustment), net	(9)		—		(9)		—		(9)		—		(9)
Significant asset impairments and restructurings	—		—		—		531		531		—		531
(Gains) and losses on investments	—		—		—		—		—		133		133
Income tax effect/significant tax matters	—		—		—		—		—		—		(807)
Non-GAAP amount	$ 27,342		$ 9,446		$ 36,788		$ 17,717		$ 19,071		$ 420		$ 15,979
% of revenue	63.4 %		68.2 %		64.5 %		31.1 %		33.5 %		0.7 %		28.0 %

Amounts may not sum and percentages may not recalculate due to rounding.

 

CISCO SYSTEMS, INC. RECONCILIATIONS OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP MEASURES   EFFECTIVE TAX RATE (In percentages)
	Three Months Ended				Fiscal Year Ended
	July 27, 2024		July 29, 2023		July 27, 2024		July 29, 2023
GAAP effective tax rate	9.8 %		11.5 %		15.6 %		17.7 %
Total adjustments to GAAP provision for income taxes	6.8 %		4.0 %		2.9 %		0.3 %
Non-GAAP effective tax rate	16.6 %		15.5 %		18.5 %		18.0 %

 

GAAP TO NON-GAAP GUIDANCE
Q1 FY 2025		Gross Margin		Operating Margin		Earnings per Share (2)
GAAP		63.5% - 64.5%		14% - 15%		$0.35 - $0.42
Estimated adjustments for:
Share-based compensation expense		1.0 %		6.0 %		$0.16 - $0.17
Amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets and acquisition/divestiture-related costs		2.5 %		6.5 %		$0.17 - $0.18
Significant asset impairments and restructurings(1)		—		5.5 %		$0.13 - $0.16
Non-GAAP		67% - 68%		32% - 33%		$0.86 - $0.88

 

FY 2025		Earnings per Share (2)
GAAP		$1.93 - $2.05
Estimated adjustments for:
Share-based compensation expense		$0.74 - $0.76
Amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets and acquisition/divestiture-related costs		$0.60 - $0.62
Significant asset impairments and restructurings (1)		$0.19 - $0.21
Non-GAAP		$3.52 - $3.58

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Except as noted above, this guidance does not include the effects of any future acquisitions/divestitures, significant asset impairments and restructurings, significant litigation settlements and other contingencies, Russia-Ukraine war costs, gains and losses on investments, significant tax matters, or other items, which may or may not be significant.

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