Discontinued — last reported Q1 '18
Consolidation · Gross Profit
Operating Segments — Gross Profit
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryProfitability
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ3 2014
Last reportedQ1 2018
Rolls up toGross Profit
How to read this metric
An increase suggests improved pricing power or lower production costs within the segment, while a decrease may indicate margin compression due to competitive pressure or rising input costs.
Detailed definition
This metric represents the total revenue generated by a specific business segment minus the direct costs of goods sold a...
Peer comparison
Comparable to gross profit metrics reported by other diversified technology hardware and software firms, though variations exist based on how companies allocate shared manufacturing or support costs.
Metric ID:
csco_segment_operating_segments_gross_profitSimilar Metrics at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does operating segments — gross profit mean?
- The profit earned from a specific business segment after subtracting the direct costs of producing its goods or services.