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title: "Cisco lifts AI orders forecast to $9B, cuts 4,000 jobs"
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description: "Cisco has raised its fiscal 2026 AI infrastructure orders forecast to $9 billion due to increased hyperscaler demand. The company will also cut nearly 4,000 jobs, less than 5% of its workforce, to focus on AI and growth areas. Following these announcements, Cisco's shares reached record highs, increasing its market value by approximately $75 billion."
datetime: "2026-05-15T20:37:18.000Z"
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# Cisco lifts AI orders forecast to $9B, cuts 4,000 jobs

Record AI forecast: Cisco raised its fiscal 2026 AI infrastructure orders outlook to $9 billion, citing surging hyperscaler demand. Strategic job cuts: The company will cut nearly 4,000 roles, less than 5% of its staff, to reallocate funds toward AI and growth areas. Investor reaction: Shares soared to record highs, adding about $75 billion in market value following strong earnings and the AI pivot.

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