Discontinued — last reported Q2 '19
Business Segments · Operating Income
Networking Platforms — Operating Income
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryProfitability
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ2 2017
Last reportedQ2 2019
Rolls up toOperating Income
How to read this metric
Higher operating income indicates strong pricing power and cost management within the segment, whereas a decline may signal pricing pressure or rising R&D costs relative to revenue.
Detailed definition
This metric measures the profitability of the networking platforms segment by subtracting direct operating expenses, inc...
Peer comparison
Comparable to segment operating profit metrics reported by diversified technology and communications equipment peers.
Metric ID:
cien_segment_networking_platforms_operating_income_lossSimilar Metrics at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does networking platforms — operating income mean?
- The profit or loss generated by the networking platforms business unit after accounting for its direct operating costs.