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What Cisco's Earnings Mean for Mutual Fund Investors (CSCO)

Shauna O'Brien

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After the closing bell on Wednesday, Cisco (CSCO) released its second quarter financial results. Here’s what the results mean for mutual fund investors.

Inside CSCO’s Results

Earnings

The company reported earnings of $2.4 billion, or 46 cents per share, up from $1.4 billion, or 27 cents per share, last year. Excluding special items, earnings were 53 cents per share – above analysts’ view of 51 cents.

Revenue
Revenue increased to $11.94 billion from $11.16 billion last year. Analysts expected to see $11.80 billion in revenue.

Best Earnings Report in Years

Cisco released its best quarterly report in years on Wednesday afternoon, sending shares up 8% on Thursday morning. The company is positioning to become the main player in the “internet of things” world.

The company also announced a 10% increase to its quarterly dividend and now offers a dividend yield close to 3%. This stock may be a good choice for investors seeking a combination of income and growth.

Mutual Funds to Watch

Investors interested in CSCO may be interested in the funds listed below. These funds currently have the largest stakes in the company.
Symbol Mutual Fund Stake
VTSMX Vanguard Total Stock Market Index 1.68%
VFINX Vanguard 500 1.08%
VWELX Vanguard Wellington 0.63%

The Bottom Line

The funds listed above allow investors to gain exposure to CSCO while remaining diversified. Investors interested in CSCO may also be interested in Microsoft (MSFT) or International Business Machines (IBM).

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What Cisco's Earnings Mean for Mutual Fund Investors (CSCO)

Shauna O'Brien

|

After the closing bell on Wednesday, Cisco (CSCO) released its second quarter financial results. Here’s what the results mean for mutual fund investors.

Inside CSCO’s Results

Earnings

The company reported earnings of $2.4 billion, or 46 cents per share, up from $1.4 billion, or 27 cents per share, last year. Excluding special items, earnings were 53 cents per share – above analysts’ view of 51 cents.

Revenue
Revenue increased to $11.94 billion from $11.16 billion last year. Analysts expected to see $11.80 billion in revenue.

Best Earnings Report in Years

Cisco released its best quarterly report in years on Wednesday afternoon, sending shares up 8% on Thursday morning. The company is positioning to become the main player in the “internet of things” world.

The company also announced a 10% increase to its quarterly dividend and now offers a dividend yield close to 3%. This stock may be a good choice for investors seeking a combination of income and growth.

Mutual Funds to Watch

Investors interested in CSCO may be interested in the funds listed below. These funds currently have the largest stakes in the company.
Symbol Mutual Fund Stake
VTSMX Vanguard Total Stock Market Index 1.68%
VFINX Vanguard 500 1.08%
VWELX Vanguard Wellington 0.63%

The Bottom Line

The funds listed above allow investors to gain exposure to CSCO while remaining diversified. Investors interested in CSCO may also be interested in Microsoft (MSFT) or International Business Machines (IBM).

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