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- symbol CIEN
- Rev/Share 33.7003
- Book/Share 19.2848
- PB 13.9223
- Debt/Equity 0.5797
- CurrentRatio 2.7251
- ROIC 0.0535
- MktCap 37872099665.0
- FreeCF/Share 4.7008
- PFCF 56.9255
- PE 308.085
- Debt/Assets 0.2698
- DivYield 0
- ROE 0.0445
- Rating C+
- Score 2
- Recommendation Sell
- P/E Score 1
- DCF Score 3
- P/B Score 1
- D/E Score 1
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downgrade | CIEN | BofA Securities | Buy | Neutral | -- | -- | Jan. 20, 2026 |
| Downgrade | CIEN | Northland Capital | Outperform | Market Perform | -- | $190 | Dec. 12, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CIEN | BNP Paribas Exane | Neutral | Outperform | -- | $185 | Oct. 13, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CIEN | Morgan Stanley | Underweight | Equal Weight | -- | $140 | Oct. 10, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CIEN | Rosenblatt | Neutral | Buy | -- | $175 | Sept. 26, 2025 |
| Reiterated | CIEN | Needham | -- | Buy | $90 | $130 | Sept. 5, 2025 |
| Downgrade | CIEN | B. Riley Securities | Buy | Neutral | -- | $113 | Sept. 5, 2025 |
| Downgrade | CIEN | Morgan Stanley | Equal Weight | Underweight | -- | $70 | July 8, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CIEN | Northland Capital | Market Perform | Outperform | -- | $75 | March 12, 2025 |
| Upgrade | CIEN | JP Morgan | Neutral | Overweight | $84 | $88 | Jan. 28, 2025 |
News
Ciena Shares Rise Over 2% To Intraday High After Key Trading Signal
Published: January 30, 2026 by: Benzinga
Sentiment: Positive
Understanding the Power Inflow Signal
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Ciena vs. Nokia: Which Optical Networking Stock is the Better Buy?
Published: January 30, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CIEN's optical lead, AI-driven demand and raised 2026 revenue outlook set it against Nokia as investors assess which networking stock offers more upside.
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3 Communication Stocks Likely to Ride on Inherent Industry Strength
Published: January 29, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Increased fiber densification, cloud focus and accelerated pace of 5G deployment should help the Zacks Communication - Components industry thrive despite short-term headwinds. GLW, CIEN and OOMA are well-positioned to make the most of the demand for seamless connectivity solutions.
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Bet on These 4 Top-Performing Liquid Stocks to Maximize Returns
Published: January 28, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
EVER, CIEN, LRCX and RELY make the cut as the top liquid stocks, each boasting strong liquidity, growth attributes and operational efficiency.
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Best Growth Stocks to Buy for January 23rd
Published: January 23, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CIEN, SKIL and DG made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) growth stocks list on January 23, 2026.
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Are You Looking for a Top Momentum Pick? Why Ciena (CIEN) is a Great Choice
Published: January 21, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Does Ciena (CIEN) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.
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Arista Networks Vs Ciena: Which Is The Stronger Buy Today?
Published: January 20, 2026 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Neutral
Ciena climbed 4% so far this year. You might feel compelled to increase your holdings or possibly decrease your exposure.
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Ciena Stock Gains 43% in 3 Months: Should Investors Buy or Hold Now?
Published: January 16, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CIEN shares are up 42.6% in three months as AI-driven bandwidth demand, a $5B backlog and a raised 2026 outlook fuel the rally despite a premium valuation.
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CIEN Acquires Nubis: How it Turns Buyouts Into Competitive Advantage
Published: January 16, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Ciena buys Nubis for $270 million to boost AI-ready data center interconnects, aiming for faster, efficient and scalable connectivity.
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Steven Cress' Top 10 Stocks For 2026
Published: January 15, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Micron Technology (MU) leads Steven Cress' Top 10 Stocks for 2026, driven by sector-leading growth, profitability, and a compelling valuation despite a 254% 1-year return. AI remains a central investment theme, with hyperscalers like MU, AMD, and CIEN benefiting from robust CapEx, strong forward EPS growth, and discounted PEG ratios.
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5 Growth Stocks to Buy in January for a Stronger Portfolio
Published: January 15, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
MU, MDB, IOT, CIEN and KGC lead a January growth stock list as strong earnings outlooks and AI demand set the tone for 2026.
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Boost Your Portfolio Returns With These 4 Top-Performing Liquid Stocks
Published: January 09, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CIEN, EVER, PAAS and GCT make the cut as the top liquid stocks, each boasting strong liquidity, growth attributes and operational efficiency.
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Buy 3 Communication Components Stocks Flying High on Massive AI Boom
Published: January 08, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CIEN, LITE and GLW lead the Communication Components group riding on surging AI-driven network demand.
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5 Momentum Stocks to Buy for January After a Mixed December
Published: January 07, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
January momentum looks intact as HOOD, MDB, IOT, CIEN and CNM stand out after December's mixed finish.
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Why Ciena (CIEN) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term
Published: January 06, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Why Relative Price Strength Matters More Heading Into 2026
Published: January 05, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
JBL, CIEN, CMC and PAA show strong relative price strength, earnings momentum, and rising analyst estimates for 2026.
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Can Surging AI Cloud Orders Power Ciena's FY26 Revenue Expansion?
Published: January 05, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CIEN enters fiscal 2026 with record results as AI-driven cloud and service provider orders boost backlog and support a nearly 24% revenue growth outlook.
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Can Ciena's Strong Cash Flow Generation Support Continued Buybacks?
Published: January 02, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
CIEN's $665M free cash flow and $1.4B cash fuels $330M in buybacks, with similar repurchases planned as its 2026 revenue outlook jumps.
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4 Stocks to Buy for 2026 That Are Better Bets Than Crypto
Published: December 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Here we pick four stocks, HOOD, MU, CIEN and CRDO, which are better investments than cryptocurrencies in 2026.
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Santa Claus Rally Ahead? 3 Stocks That Could Pop Before 2025 Ends
Published: December 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
NVIDIA, Sandisk and Ciena are positioned to ride year-end momentum, tapping AI, storage and networking trends ahead of 2026.
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4 Top-Ranked Liquid Stocks to Enhance Portfolio Returns in 2026
Published: December 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
CIEN, EVER, PJT and CMC make the cut as the top liquid stocks, each boasting strong liquidity, growth attributes and operational efficiency.
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Weekly Option Windfall: AI Communications Giant Flexes 30% Profit Potential
Published: December 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
Regardless of whether CIEN increases in price, remains flat, or even loses 10%, our option spread trade will produce a 30% return.
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Can Ciena (CIEN) Run Higher on Rising Earnings Estimates?
Published: December 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Ciena (CIEN) shares have started gaining and might continue moving higher in the near term, as indicated by solid earnings estimate revisions.
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Looking for Earnings Beat? Buy These 5 Top-Ranked Stocks
Published: December 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Top-ranked stocks Dollar Tree (DLTR), Teck Resources (TECK), Allstate (ALL), Ciena (CIEN) and Robinhood Markets (HOOD) are likely to beat on the bottom line in their upcoming releases.
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Interpreting Ciena (CIEN) International Revenue Trends
Published: December 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
Review Ciena's (CIEN) international revenue performance and how it affects the predictions of financial analysts on Wall Street and the future prospects for the stock.
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Ciena's AI Growth Is Just Starting: Analyst
Published: December 12, 2025 by: Benzinga
Sentiment: Positive
Ciena Corp (NYSE: CIEN) stock gave up its Thursday gains despite Wall Street analysts boosting their price forecasts on the stock.
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CIEN Q4 Earnings Crush Estimates on Record Sales, AI Trends Lift Stock
Published: December 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Ciena posts strong fiscal Q4 2025 results with surging optical demand, a $5B backlog and raised 2026 outlook, sending shares sharply higher.
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Ciena Corporation (CIEN) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Published: December 11, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
Ciena Corporation (CIEN) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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Why Ciena Shares Jumped After Posting Fourth-Quarter Earnings
Published: December 11, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Ciena (CIEN) delivered robust Q4 results, with revenue up 20% YoY and strong beats on both earnings and revenue expectations. CIEN issued bullish guidance for Q1/2026 and fiscal 2026, citing durable demand from cloud and service provider customers amid AI-driven network expansion. Operating margin improved to 11.2% for the year, and management highlighted adaptive networks and AI-driven analytics as key growth opportunities.
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Ciena (CIEN) Q4 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates
Published: December 11, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
The headline numbers for Ciena (CIEN) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended October 2025, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.
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About Ciena Corporation (CIEN)
- IPO Date 1997-02-07
- Website https://www.ciena.com
- Industry Communication Equipment
- CEO Gary Smith
- Employees 8795