By Rafael Müller
Publication Date: 2026-09-20 12:06:00
Cisco Systems, Inc. stock (ISIN US17275R1023) is trading near USD 109 as of September 20, 2026, supported by a fresh analyst upgrade and strong fiscal 2026 results that highlighted robust AI infrastructure demand.
Analyst upgrade lifts sentiment
Investor attention on Cisco Systems stock intensified on September 20, 2026, after Wall Street Zen raised its rating on the networking group from hold to buy, citing improving fundamentals and AI-driven growth. According to MarketBeat on September 20, 2026, Wall Street Zen’s upgrade contributes to an overall analyst consensus of Moderate Buy with an average 12-month price target of USD 129.68, implying roughly 18.8% upside from a share price around USD 109.06.
The same MarketBeat overview notes that Cisco recently reported quarterly revenue of USD 17.25 billion and adjusted earnings per share of USD 1.22, both above analyst expectations, with revenue rising 17.6% year over year in that quarter. This pace of growth clearly exceeds the…
