Dobermans of the Dow: 10 Stocks to Consider

4. Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSCO)

Free Cash Flow Yield: 0.05

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 84

Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSCO) is an American multinational tech company that deals in networking hardware, software, and telecommunications equipment. The company recently delivered strong fiscal Q2 2025 results, reporting adjusted earnings per share of $0.94 and revenue of $13.99 billion—both surpassing analysts’ estimates of $0.91 per share and $13.87 billion in sales. Revenue grew 9.4% year-over-year, while AI infrastructure orders reached $350 million. Management noted a 29% increase in overall product orders compared to the previous year, or 11% when excluding the impact of Splunk.

Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSCO) surged by over 23.5% in the past 12 months, outperforming the broader market. As a leader in enterprise networking, the company continues to hold a strong market position across both traditional and advanced network systems. It remains a dominant force in wireless access, switching, and routing, while also playing a critical role in security and collaboration tools. With the growing adoption of hybrid cloud solutions and flexible work environments, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on these trends. In addition, its extensive suite of integrated security and networking solutions gives it a competitive edge in the industry.

Cisco Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ:CSCO) maintained a solid cash position in the latest quarter, with operating cash flow surging 177% year-over-year to $2.2 billion, up from $0.8 billion in the same period of fiscal 2024. By quarter-end, the company held nearly $17 billion in cash and cash equivalents. On February 12, Cisco announced a 3% increase in its quarterly dividend, raising it to $0.41 per share. This marked the company’s 18th consecutive year of dividend growth. As of March 10, the stock has a dividend yield of 2.64%.