Ciena CIEN Free cash flow

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FAQ

What is Ciena's free cash flow?

Ciena (CIEN) reported free cash flow of $116.3M in Q2 2026.

How has Ciena's free cash flow changed year-over-year?

Ciena's free cash flow decreased by 13.6% year-over-year, from $134.6M to $116.3M.

What is the long-term trend for Ciena's free cash flow?

Over 3 years (2021 to 2025), Ciena's free cash flow has grown at a 12.9% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $462.1M to $665.29M.

What does free cash flow mean?

Free cash flow represents the cash generated by a company after accounting for cash outflows to support operations and maintain or expand its capital asset base. It serves as a critical indicator of a company's ability to fund organic growth, pay down debt, or return capital to shareholders without relying on external financing.