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StocksHigh Impact•12 February 2026•

1 min read

Cisco Reports Record Q2 Revenue Driven by AI Infrastructure Surge; Raises Dividend

Jeff Bezos portrait against an orange background with server racks, glowing data lines, and an 'AI' chip graphic. Text reads '$200B INVESTMENT'.

Cisco Systems (CSCO) announced robust results for Q2 2026, achieving record revenue driven by strong demand for its AI infrastructure. Product revenue surged by 14%, primarily fueled by advancements in AI infrastructure and campus networking solutions. Despite this growth, the company experienced a decline in security revenue and a drop in operating cash flow, attributed to tax payments and strategic AI investments. Cisco demonstrated its commitment to shareholders by returning $3 billion and increasing its dividend payout. Looking ahead, the company anticipates significant AI orders for fiscal year 2026, targeting over $5 billion. Furthermore, Cisco projects more than $3 billion in AI infrastructure revenue specifically from hyperscalers, underscoring its pivotal role in the evolving AI landscape.