Ciena Corporation
CIENTechnologyNASDAQCommunication Equipment
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Daily timeframeCiena Corporation, a network technology company, provides hardware, software, and services for various network operators in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia Pacific, Japan, and. The $45.42B market capitalization puts CIEN squarely in large-cap range for its industry. It operates through Networking Platforms, Platform Software and Services, Blue Planet Automation Software and Services, and Global Services segments.
Market Cap
$45.42B
Beta
1.29
P/E (TTM)
71.65
P/E (Fwd)
27.00
EPS (TTM)
$4.47
EPS (Fwd)
$11.86
ROE
22.4%
ROA
7.7%
Cash
$2.63B
Total Debt
$3.29B
Free CF
$633.4M
52W Change
75.4%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where CIEN stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 20, 2026 close, CIEN finished 21.54% below its 150-day moving average ($438.71) and 14.05% below its 200-day moving average ($400.47). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is CIEN overbought or oversold?
At the October 20, 2026 close, CIEN's RSI(14) was 48.0, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was negative, so short-term momentum leaned bearish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
Ciena Corporation carries $3.29B in total debt against $2.63B in cash reserves — debt is modestly above the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. Annual free cash flow of $633.4M supports ongoing capital allocation decisions and provides a cushion against unexpected expenses or downturns. Return on equity stands at 22.4%, which is strong for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. An ROA of 7.7% suggests reasonable efficiency in deploying the company's asset base. Revenue has grown from $3.63B (2022) to $4.77B (2025), reflecting a 31% increase over the period.
The elevated P/E ratio means the stock is priced for significant future growth. If earnings disappoint, the price correction could be sharp. These risk factors are not exhaustive — macroeconomic shifts, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics can all influence Ciena Corporation's trajectory.