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Over the five-year period, Cisco Systems, Inc. showed a generally positive revenue trend from 2021 to 2023. Revenue grew from USD 49.8 billion in 2021 to nearly USD 57.0 billion in 2023—a roughly 14% increase over the initial two-year period, with 2022 seeing a modest rise of about 3.5% and 2023 a more accelerated increase of approximately 10.5%. Gross profit mirrored this pattern, starting at USD 31.9 billion in 2021 and rising to USD 35.8 billion in 2023, before declining slightly in 2024 and then recovering in 2025, which suggests that cost of goods sold maintained reasonable control relative to sales during the growth phase. Operating income and net income displayed consistent growth through 2023, reaching USD 15.0 billion and USD 12.6 billion, respectively, indicating strong operational efficiency and profitability during this window. However, beginning in 2024, both operating income and net income experienced notable declines despite modest revenue fluctuations. Operating income fell from USD 15.0 billion in 2023 to USD 12.2 billion in 2024, roughly an 19% decrease, and continued to drop to USD 11.8 billion in 2025. A similar downward trend was seen in net income, which decreased from USD 12.6 billion in 2023 to USD 10.3 billion in 2024 and then to USD 10.2 billion in 2025. While these declines did not exceed a 20% swing, they mark a significant reversal from the previous growth period. In the context of the networking and technology industry—where rapid changes in demand and competitive pressures can impact margins—the early performance signals robust financial health up to 2023, with the subsequent dips suggesting the need for careful monitoring of operational adjustments and market conditions to sustain long-term profitability.
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