Cisco's Upcoming Earnings Report#

Cisco Systems Inc. is set to release its earnings report on May 13, after the market closes. According to options data from Bloomberg, the company's stock is expected to move by approximately 5.8% following this announcement.

Historical Stock Movements#

In the past, Cisco's stock price has often fluctuated more than the expected moves suggested by options data. Out of the last eight earnings announcements, the stock exceeded the options-implied move in four instances. For example, in February, Cisco's shares dropped by 9.8% despite an expected move of only 5.5%. Conversely, in November 2025, the stock increased by 7.0%, surpassing the implied move of 4.9%.

Looking at previous earnings reports, Cisco's stock has shown a variety of movements. In August 2025, shares rose by 2.6%, while in May 2025, they jumped by 8.5%, both exceeding their respective implied moves. In February 2025, the stock increased by 4.1%, again surpassing the expected 4.9% move.

Conclusion#

As investors prepare for Cisco's earnings report, it's important to note that past performance has shown significant fluctuations, sometimes exceeding expectations. This upcoming report will be closely watched for any surprises in stock movement.