JNPR vs. CSCO

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

JNPR (Juniper Networks, Inc.) and CSCO (Cisco Systems, Inc.) are both stocks. Both operate in the Communication Equipment industry within the Technology sector. A 0.55 correlation means they provide meaningful diversification when combined.

Performance

JNPR vs. CSCO - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Juniper Networks, Inc. (JNPR) and Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

JNPR

• 1D: —
• 1M: —
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

CSCO

• 1D: -1.87%
• 1M: -1.30%
• YTD: 53.96%
• 6M: 56.05%
• 1Y: 83.73%
• 3Y*: 34.78%
• 5Y*: 21.06%
• 10Y*: 18.55%

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

JNPR vs. CSCO - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
JNPR Juniper Networks, Inc.	0.00%	7.99%	30.11%	-4.95%	-8.07%	63.34%	-5.34%	-5.66%	-3.09%	2.27%
CSCO Cisco Systems, Inc.	53.96%	33.47%	21.00%	9.30%	-22.46%	45.76%	-3.49%	13.81%	16.57%	31.27%

Correlation

The correlation between JNPR and CSCO is 0.06, meaning there is essentially no relationship between their price movements. Each responds to its own set of market drivers, making them strong candidates for combining in a diversified portfolio.

	Correlation
Correlation (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.06
Correlation (3Y) Calculated over the trailing 3-year period	0.31
Correlation (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period	0.51
Correlation (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period	0.56
Correlation (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history since Jun 25, 1999	0.55

Over the past year, the correlation between JNPR and CSCO has dropped to 0.06 - well below their long-term average of 0.55, suggesting their price drivers have been diverging.

Fundamentals

Total Revenue (TTM) JNPR : $5.20B CSCO : $60.75B
Gross Profit (TTM) JNPR : $3.06B CSCO : $39.08B
EBITDA (TTM) JNPR : $628.10M CSCO : $13.98B

Return for Risk

JNPR vs. CSCO — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

JNPR

Risk / return metrics aren't available yet — we need at least 12 months of trading data to calculate them.

CSCO

CSCO Risk / Return Rank: 94
CSCO Sharpe Ratio Rank: 94
CSCO Sortino Ratio Rank: 92
CSCO Omega Ratio Rank: 94
CSCO Calmar Ratio Rank: 95
CSCO Martin Ratio Rank: 94

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

JNPR vs. CSCO - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Juniper Networks, Inc. (JNPR) and Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Values are calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. Risk-adjusted metrics are more stable over longer periods — use the period switch above to explore them.

	JNPR	CSCO	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	—	2.72	—
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	—	3.29	—
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	—	1.50	—
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	—	6.20	—
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	—	16.74	—

Drawdowns

Drawdown Indicators

	JNPR	CSCO	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	—	-89.26%	—
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-13.57%	—
Max Drawdown (3Y) Largest decline over 3 years	—	-20.16%	—
Max Drawdown (5Y) Largest decline over 5 years	—	-36.68%	—
Max Drawdown (10Y) Largest decline over 10 years	—	-41.95%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	—	-9.75%	—
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	—	-40.10%	—
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	5.02%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	JNPR	CSCO	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	12.13%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	27.28%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	30.90%	—
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	—	24.90%	—
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	—	25.90%	—

Dividends

JNPR vs. CSCO - Dividend Comparison

JNPR has not paid dividends to shareholders, while CSCO's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 1.41%.

Position	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
CSCO Cisco Systems, Inc.	1.41%	2.12%	2.69%	3.07%	3.17%	2.32%	3.20%	2.88%	2.95%	2.95%	3.28%	3.02%
JNPR Juniper Networks, Inc.	0.00%	1.10%	2.35%	2.99%	2.63%	2.24%	3.55%	3.09%	2.68%	1.40%	1.42%	1.45%

Financials

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I hold both JNPR and CSCO in my portfolio?

JNPR and CSCO have a correlation of 0.06, meaning they provide meaningful diversification benefit when combined. Depending on your allocation goals, holding both could reduce overall portfolio risk.