Ciena Management
Management Kriterienprüfungen 3/4
Ciena CEO ist Gary Smith , ernannt in May 2001, hat eine Amtszeit von 25.58 Jahren. Die jährliche Gesamtvergütung beträgt $18.53M , bestehend aus 5.8% Gehalt und 94.2% Boni, einschließlich Aktien und Optionen des Unternehmens. besitzt direkt 0.064% der Aktien des Unternehmens, im Wert von $48.25M . Die durchschnittliche Betriebszugehörigkeit des Managementteams und des Verwaltungsrats beträgt 4.5 Jahre bzw. 17 Jahre.
Wichtige Informationen
Gary Smith
Geschäftsführender
US$18.5m
Gesamtvergütung
| Prozentsatz des Geschäftsführergehalts | 5.80% |
| Amtszeit als Geschäftsführer | 25yrs |
| Eigentum des Geschäftsführers | 0.06% |
| Durchschnittliche Amtszeit des Managements | 4.5yrs |
| Durchschnittliche Amtszeit der Vorstandsmitglieder | 17yrs |
Jüngste Management Updates
Recent updates
Ciena Corp.: Buy As Backlog To Cash Is Rolling
May 01
CIEN: AI Data Center Momentum Will Ultimately Face P/E Multiple Compression
Ciena's updated analyst price target has moved higher to around $378 from about $341, as analysts factor in higher modeled revenue growth, a slightly different discount rate, modestly adjusted profit margin expectations, and a richer future P/E multiple supported by recent research citing AI driven optical demand, strong data center positioning, and solid order trends across key customers. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Ciena highlights a mix of optimism around AI driven optical demand and data center exposure, alongside more tempered views on valuation and supply constraints.CIEN: AI Networking Hype Will Face Future Multiple Compression Risk
Ciena's updated analyst price target has increased significantly to $340.94 from $237.13. Analysts cite stronger AI-driven networking demand, a larger optical opportunity, higher long-term revenue growth and margin assumptions, and expectations for a richer future P/E multiple as key factors supporting this move.
CIEN: AI Data Center Buildout Will Support Optical Networking Upside
Narrative Update on Ciena The analyst price target for Ciena has been lifted from $305 to $470 as analysts factor in expectations for higher revenue, stronger profit margins, and a richer future P/E multiple supported by recent research highlighting AI infrastructure demand, robust optical orders, and improved margin performance. Analyst Commentary Recent research coverage on Ciena has leaned positive, with a series of price target revisions, rating upgrades, and fresh initiations that highlight how analysts are framing the company around AI infrastructure, data center connectivity, and execution in its core optical business.
Ciena Corporation (CIEN): The Optical Backbone of the AI Revolution
Ciena Corporation (CIEN) is currently one of the most explosive stories in the networking sector, closing the March 18, 2026, session at $385.26 USD , a robust 4.11% daily gain. The stock has been on a tear, surging over 73% in the last three months as it effectively "outperforms" many of its hardware peers in the early 2026 trading cycle.
CIEN: AI Optical Euphoria Will Eventually Face Supply And Delivery Constraints
Analysts lifted the fair value estimate for Ciena to $191.58 from $119.13, reflecting updated assumptions around AI driven optical networking demand, stronger profitability expectations, and higher projected future P/E multiples after a broad wave of price target increases across the Street. Analyst Commentary Street research around Ciena has leaned positive, with multiple firms lifting price targets and highlighting themes such as AI driven optical demand, data center buildouts, and strong interest from cloud and telco customers.CIEN: Extended Rally Will Confront AI Supply Constraints And Execution Hurdles
Analysts have raised their average price targets on Ciena into a range of $280 to $380, citing stronger confidence in revenue growth potential tied to AI data center demand and new optical technologies. Market-based estimates now imply a fair value of about $119 and a forward P/E of roughly 33x, with slightly lower profit margin assumptions.CIEN: Extended Rally Will Face Pressure As Execution Risks Intensify
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Ciena from about $90.71 to roughly $126.51, reflecting updated assumptions for revenue, profit margins, and a higher future P/E multiple following recent sector research and a valuation reset after the stock’s sharp advance. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around optical and photonics peers has come with recalibrated expectations, and that more cautious tone has spilled over to Ciena.Ciena Corporation (NYSE:CIEN) Looks Just Right With A 30% Price Jump
Feb 11
CIEN: AI Optical Tailwinds Will Face Valuation And Execution Headwinds
Analysts kept their long term fair value view on Ciena steady at about $237 per share, making only slight tweaks to inputs such as the discount rate and future P/E. They are balancing prior upgrades tied to AI and hyperscale optical demand with a more cautious stance after the stock's strong run and a recent rating shift to Neutral.CIEN: Hyperscale AI Optical Demand And IT Spending Will Support Upside
Analysts have lifted their price target on Ciena to US$200 from US$120, citing expectations for solid results supported by hyperscale and AI driven optical demand, as well as ongoing infrastructure spending in IT hardware and networking. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are pointing to Ciena as a key beneficiary of rising demand for optical networking tied to hyperscale data centers and AI related workloads.CIEN: Hyperscale And AI Optical Demand Will Drive Future Upside Potential
Narrative Update on Ciena The analyst price target for Ciena has moved from US$150 to US$305. This change reflects analysts' updated assumptions for faster revenue growth, higher profit margins, and a richer future P/E multiple, supported by recent research citing data center and AI driven optical demand, stronger networking fundamentals, and the Nubis acquisition.CIEN: AI Data Center Tailwinds Will Meet Rising Execution And Cost Risks
Analysts have raised their price target on Ciena by approximately $70 to about $200, reflecting higher expected revenue growth, improved profit margins, and accelerating AI and data center driven optical demand, including benefits from the Nubis acquisition. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight a broad reset higher in expectations, with multiple firms lifting targets into the $175 to $200 range as conviction grows around Ciena's ability to monetize AI and data center demand while integrating Nubis to enhance its optical portfolio.Ciena Corporation (NYSE:CIEN) Stocks Shoot Up 29% But Its P/S Still Looks Reasonable
Dec 21CIEN: AI Optical Momentum Will Struggle To Sustain Recently Elevated Market Expectations
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Ciena to $167 from $152.63, citing stronger hyperscale and AI driven optical demand, rising data center investment, and the margin and growth tailwinds expected from the Nubis acquisition. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts see Ciena as a primary beneficiary of accelerating hyperscale and AI driven optical demand, with rising data center investment and the Nubis acquisition underpinning expectations for durable double digit growth and margin expansion.CIEN: Share Price Momentum Will Face Headwinds If Execution Stumbles Amid AI Hype
Ciena's analyst price target has been raised from $142.06 to $152.63. Analysts cite the company's strengthening position in AI-driven data center markets and continued momentum in hyperscale optical demand as key factors in the upward revision.CIEN: Recent Share Price Rally Will Face Pressure From Overstretched Expectations
Ciena's analyst price targets have risen significantly in recent updates. This reflects growing optimism around the company's expanding data center exposure and healthy sector momentum.Cloud And AI Networking Demand Will Drive New Market Opportunities
Ciena’s analyst price target has increased by approximately $9 to $142, as analysts point to accelerating data center investment, margin expansion, and strong networking sector momentum as key drivers of this upward revision. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst activity has signaled a strong shift in sentiment around Ciena, with price target upgrades and ratings changes highlighting both opportunities and risks facing the company as it navigates the evolving networking and data center landscape.Optimistic Investors Push Ciena Corporation (NYSE:CIEN) Shares Up 26% But Growth Is Lacking
Oct 15Cloud And AI Optical Networks Will Unlock New Opportunities
Ciena's analyst price target has increased from $127.22 to $132.69, as analysts point to the company's expanding data center opportunities and recent strategic initiatives as key drivers behind the upgrade. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates have highlighted both optimism and caution from the analyst community regarding Ciena’s prospects, following a series of upgrades, price target increases, and timely strategic moves.Cloud And AI Optical Networks Will Unlock New Opportunities
Analysts have raised Ciena's price target following strong Q3 results, robust AI and cloud-driven demand, and strategic acquisitions, though some caution that valuation now reflects much of this momentum; as a result, the consensus price target has increased from $123.97 to $127.22. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are raising price targets following Ciena's strong fiscal Q3 results, significant order growth, and an improved revenue growth outlook for FY26 (notably raised to 17%, well above consensus).Cloud And AI Optical Networks Will Unlock New Opportunities
Analysts raised their price target on Ciena to $123.97 following exceptional Q3 results, upward revisions to long-term revenue guidance driven by robust AI/cloud demand, and improved backlog visibility, though some caution remains on valuation after the stock's major rally. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts cite Ciena's Q3 results exceeding expectations on both revenue and earnings, with a "strong beat and raise" quarter and the highest order quarter in company history.Growing AI And Cloud Demand Will Drive Future Market Share With WaveLogic 6 Extreme
Analysts have raised Ciena’s price target to $87.50 on surging demand from cloud providers and AI-driven infrastructure upgrades, though concerns over margin compression and limited earnings growth temper enthusiasm. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight surging demand for optical transmission and fiber infrastructure, driven by increasing data speeds and AI adoption, boosting Ciena’s revenue growth outlook.Ciena Corporation (NYSE:CIEN) Investors Are Less Pessimistic Than Expected
Aug 26These 4 Measures Indicate That Ciena (NYSE:CIEN) Is Using Debt Extensively
Aug 04Revenues Not Telling The Story For Ciena Corporation (NYSE:CIEN) After Shares Rise 36%
May 06Ciena Q1 Earnings Preview: AI And Data Center Spending Needs To Be Strong
Feb 26Ciena Delivers Strong Q4 Earnings, But Valuation Demands Precision
Dec 16Ciena Corporation: Hold, Financials Are Weak Amid A Decisive Technical Turn
Nov 27Analyse der Geschäftsführervergütung
| Datum | Gesamtvergütung | Gehalt | Unternehmensgewinne |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | US$229m |
| Nov 01 2025 | US$19m | US$1m | US$123m |
| Aug 02 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$141m |
| May 03 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$105m |
| Feb 01 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$79m |
| Nov 02 2024 | US$14m | US$1m | US$84m |
| Jul 27 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$138m |
| Apr 27 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$154m |
| Jan 27 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$228m |
| Oct 28 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$255m |
| Jul 29 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$221m |
| Apr 29 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$202m |
| Jan 28 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$183m |
| Oct 29 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$153m |
| Jul 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$199m |
| Apr 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$426m |
| Jan 29 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$491m |
| Oct 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$500m |
| Jul 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$462m |
| May 01 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$366m |
| Jan 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$354m |
| Oct 31 2020 | US$11m | US$988k | US$361m |
| Aug 01 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$377m |
| May 02 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$321m |
| Feb 01 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$282m |
| Nov 02 2019 | n/a | n/a | US$253m |
Vergütung im Vergleich zum Markt: GaryDie Gesamtvergütung ($USD18.53M) liegt im Durchschnitt der Unternehmen ähnlicher Größe auf dem Markt US ($USD14.60M).
Entschädigung vs. Einkommen: GaryDie Bezüge der Mitarbeiter sind im vergangenen Jahr um mehr als 20 % gestiegen.
Geschäftsführer
Gary Smith (65 yo)
25yrs
Amtszeit
US$18,530,396
Vergütung
Mr. Gary B. Smith is Independent Director of Planet Labs PBC from July 10, 2025. Mr. Smith joined the Planet Labs PBC on July 10, 2025. Mr. Smith has been Principal Executive Officer of Cyan, Inc. since Au...
Führungsteam
| Name | Position | Amtszeit | Vergütung | Eigentümerschaft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO, President & Director | 25yrs | US$18.53m | 0.064% $ 48.3m | |
| Senior VP & CFO | less than a year | US$13.00m | 0.090% $ 68.2m | |
| Senior Vice President of Global Customer Engagement | no data | US$5.24m | 0.012% $ 9.2m | |
| Senior Vice President of Global Research & Development | 2.6yrs | US$3.80m | 0.0057% $ 4.3m | |
| Senior VP | 17.5yrs | US$4.23m | 0.14% $ 103.1m | |
| Vice President of Investor Relations | 15.7yrs | keine Daten | keine Daten | |
| Senior VP | 3.3yrs | keine Daten | 0.040% $ 30.6m | |
| Senior VP of Global Marketing & Communications | 3.3yrs | keine Daten | keine Daten | |
| Senior VP & GM of Blue Planet | 3.3yrs | keine Daten | 0.011% $ 8.1m | |
| Chief Technologist of Research Networks | no data | keine Daten | keine Daten | |
| Country Head of Indonesia | 6.8yrs | keine Daten | keine Daten | |
| Regional Managing Director | 5.8yrs | keine Daten | keine Daten |
4.5yrs
Durchschnittliche Betriebszugehörigkeit
56yo
Durchschnittliches Alter
Erfahrenes Management: CIENDas Führungsteam des Unternehmens gilt als erfahren (4.5 Jahre durchschnittliche Betriebszugehörigkeit).
Vorstandsmitglieder
| Name | Position | Amtszeit | Vergütung | Eigentümerschaft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO, President & Director | 25.6yrs | US$18.53m | 0.064% $ 48.3m | |
| Independent Director | 19.8yrs | US$344.97k | 0.0079% $ 6.0m | |
| Independent Chairman | 25.5yrs | US$434.92k | 0.0028% $ 2.1m | |
| Member of Government Advisory Board | 20.9yrs | keine Daten | keine Daten | |
| Lead Independent Director | 17yrs | US$344.97k | 0.017% $ 12.9m | |
| Member of Partner Advisory Council | 17yrs | keine Daten | keine Daten | |
| Member of Partner Advisory Council | 17yrs | keine Daten | keine Daten | |
| Member of Partner Advisory Council | 17yrs | keine Daten | keine Daten | |
| Member of Partner Advisory Council | 17yrs | keine Daten | keine Daten | |
| Member of Partner Advisory Council | 17yrs | keine Daten | keine Daten | |
| Independent Director | 7.6yrs | US$350.97k | 0.0059% $ 4.5m | |
| Independent Director | 6.8yrs | US$354.97k | 0.0021% $ 1.6m |
17.0yrs
Durchschnittliche Betriebszugehörigkeit
70yo
Durchschnittliches Alter
Erfahrener Vorstand: CIENDie Vorstandsmitglieder sind sehr erfahren ( 17 ).
Unternehmensanalyse und Finanzdaten Status
| Daten | Zuletzt aktualisiert (UTC-Zeit) |
|---|---|
| Unternehmensanalyse | 2026/05/04 11:58 |
| Aktienkurs zum Tagesende | 2026/05/01 00:00 |
| Gewinne | 2026/01/31 |
| Jährliche Einnahmen | 2025/11/01 |
Datenquellen
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| Paket | Daten | Zeitrahmen | Beispiel US-Quelle * |
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| Finanzdaten des Unternehmens | 10 Jahre |
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| Konsensschätzungen der Analysten | +3 Jahre |
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| Marktpreise | 30 Jahre |
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| Eigentümerschaft | 10 Jahre |
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| Verwaltung | 10 Jahre |
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| Wichtige Entwicklungen | 10 Jahre |
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* Beispiel für US-Wertpapiere, für nicht-US-amerikanische Wertpapiere werden gleichwertige regulatorische Formulare und Quellen verwendet.
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Analysten-Quellen
Ciena Corporation wird von 35 Analysten beobachtet. 17 dieser Analysten hat die Umsatz- oder Gewinnschätzungen übermittelt, die als Grundlage für unseren Bericht dienen. Die von den Analysten übermittelten Daten werden im Laufe des Tages aktualisiert.
| Analyst | Einrichtung |
|---|---|
| James Kelleher | Argus Research Company |
| Jeffrey Kvaal | Barclays |
| Timothy Long | Barclays |