CLAIM #17861 · Cisco Systems Inc (CSCO) · 2026Q1 earnings call · Nov 12, 2025

“Delivered record Q1 revenue putting Cisco on track to deliver our strongest year yet as indicated in our guidance for the full year.”

Chuck Robbins · CEO

How to check this claim

Look at: Cisco full fiscal year 2026 total revenue (as reported vs. prior year and vs. company guidance)

It came true if: FY2026 total revenue growth exceeds FY2025's full-year revenue growth rate, consistent with achieving the high end of or exceeding full-year guidance

Where: Cisco fiscal year 2026 10-K / Q4 FY2026 earnings release and press release

Knowable after: 2026-08-15

In context

“idance for the second quarter and fiscal year 2026. Statements are subject to risks and uncertainties detailed in our SEC filings, particularly our most recent 10-K report, which identifies important risk factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in our forward-looking statements. With respect to guidance, please also see the slides and press release that accompany this call for further details. Cisco will not comment on its financial guidance during the quarter unless it is done through an explicit public disclosure. Now, I'll turn it over to Chuck. Thanks, Sami, and thank you all for joining us today. Chuck Robbins: We had a strong start to fiscal 2026 with Q1 revenue and earnings per share both coming in above the high end of our guidance ranges. Delivered record Q1 revenue putting Cisco on track to deliver our strongest year yet as indicated in our guidance for the full year. In Q1, total revenue increased 8% year over year with product revenue up 10% driven by robust demand for our AI infrastructure and campus networking solutions. Our strong top-line performance combined with operating efficiencies and solid execution by our teams contributed to non-GAAP EPS growth of 10% as we continue to grow earnings faster than revenue. We delivered solid margins and cash flows allowing us to return $3 billion in capital to our shareholders through dividends and share repurchases representing 125% of free cash flow in Q1. Additionally, we generated solid growth in annualized recurring revenue and remaining performance obligations, both of which continue to provide a strong foundation for our future performance in FY 2026 and beyond. Cisco's strong start to fiscal 2026 is”

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SEC filings for CSCO ↗ · Quote is verbatim from the 2026Q1 earnings call.