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Ciena Corp (CIEN)

As of Sep 21, 2026, Ciena Corp (CIEN) scores 2.7/10 on AlphaStocks' five-model composite, #192 of 205 Information Technology stocks. At $349, CIEN trades 8% above its model fair value of $324.

Information Technology / Communications Equipment

S&P 500

$349.18

Scores poorly across most models. Proceed with caution.

Avoid

Score based on 5 of 5 models — high confidence

Data as of Sep 21, 2026

#192out of 205 in Information Technology

Is CIENA CORP a Good Investment in 2026?

CIENA CORP (CIEN) scores 2.7 out of 10 on AlphaStocks' composite model, earning a Avoid rating. The Piotroski model rates CIENA CORP as Attractive (6/9). However, the Greenblatt Magic Formula model rates it Caution — Earnings yield 0.3% · ROC 5%. CIENA CORP currently trades 8% above its estimated fair value of $324. CIENA CORP ranks #192 out of 205 stocks in the Information Technology sector.

This summary is algorithmically generated and is not financial advice.

Key Metrics

P/E40.4ROE28.7Market Cap51B

Estimated Fair Value

$324.218% above

Trading slightly above estimated fair value.

Model-based estimate, not a price target.

5-Model Analysis

Each model evaluates this stock from a different angle. Combined, they form the composite score above.

Piotroski

Attractive

6/9

Buffett

Neutral

Business quality & competitive moat

Graham

Neutral

Significantly above fair value

Lynch

Neutral

PEG 3.0 · Fast Grower

Greenblatt

Caution

Earnings yield 0.3% · ROC 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CIENA CORP (CIEN) a good investment?
As of Sep 21, 2026, Ciena Corp (CIEN) scores 2.7/10 on AlphaStocks' five-model composite, #192 of 205 Information Technology stocks. At $349, CIEN trades 8% above its model fair value of $324. That score is below average, suggesting caution.
What is CIENA CORP's Piotroski F-Score?
CIENA CORP's Piotroski F-Score status is Attractive. The raw score is 6/9. The Piotroski F-Score evaluates financial health using 9 fundamental signals including profitability, leverage, and operating efficiency.
Is CIEN overvalued or undervalued?
Based on AlphaStocks' model-based fair value estimate of $324, CIEN appears overvalued. The stock currently trades 8% above its estimated fair value. Trading slightly above estimated fair value.
How does CIEN compare to other Information Technology stocks?
CIENA CORP ranks #192 out of 205 stocks in the Information Technology sector, placing it in the top 94% of its sector by composite score. There are higher-ranked alternatives in this sector worth exploring.
What do investment models say about CIEN?
AlphaStocks evaluates CIEN using five proven investment models. Piotroski: Attractive; Buffett: Neutral; Graham: Neutral; Lynch: Neutral; Greenblatt Magic Formula: Caution. These models are combined into a single composite score of 2.7/10.

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