Cisco Systems, Inc.
Cisco Systems, Inc., founded in 1984 and headquartered in San Jose, California, is a global leader in designing, manufacturing, and selling Internet Protocol-based networking products and technologies for the communications and information technology industry. Cisco serves a diverse customer base including businesses, governments, public sector organizations, and telecommunications providers. The firm is shifting toward a software-centric revenue model emphasizing recurring revenues and cloud-based solutions. As of 2024, Cisco reported annual revenues of $56.99 billion and employs over 80,000 people worldwide.
Investment Strategy
Through its investment arm, Cisco Investments, Cisco pursues a dual strategy combining strategic corporate venture investing and impact-driven funding. The firm targets startups and technology innovators that align with Cisco's long-term vision, emphasizing areas such as AI, cybersecurity, networking, collaboration, cloud, and climate impact. Cisco's philosophy integrates financial and strategic returns, focusing on companies positioned to drive disruptive innovation and build an inclusive digital future. Additionally, the Cisco Foundation deploys capital for social and climate impact, supporting both nonprofit and for-profit solutions with measurable community benefit.
Top Holdings
Equity Positions (3)
| Ticker | Security | Weight | Market Value | Shares | Avg Cost | Price | Change (QoQ) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
I ITOT | ISHARES TR | 54.00% | $218.1M | 1,497,500 | $98.97 | $145.65 | -$14.5M |
C CRWV | COREWEAVE INC. | 36.05% | $145.6M | 1,063,980 | $37.08 | $136.85 | -$27.9M |
I IVV | ISHARES TR | 9.94% | $40.2M | 60,000 | $439.10 | $669.30 | +$2.9M |