Free equity analysis
Stock Price
$82.36
Closing price · Apr 15, 2026
Vesting Period
N/A
Multi-year schedules, cliff/graded vesting possible
Vesting Frequency
N/A
Option Type
Non-Qualified
Ordinary income
Cisco NSOs vest on a Multi-year schedules, cliff/graded vesting possible schedule.
Example calculation based on 100 shares:
| Year | Vesting % | Shares Vesting | Estimated Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 25% | 25 | $2,059 |
| Year 2 | 25% | 25 | $2,059 |
| Year 3 | 25% | 25 | $2,059 |
| Year 4 | 25% | 25 | $2,059 |
| Total | 100% | 100 | $8,236 |
* Based on Cisco stock price of $82.36 as of Apr 15, 2026. Actual values will vary.
25%
25 shares
$2,059
25%
25 shares
$2,059
25%
25 shares
$2,059
25%
25 shares
$2,059
Cisco vesting schedule based on 100 total shares
Let's calculate the value of exercising 1000 NSOs at Cisco with the current stock price.
Calculate total exercise cost
1000 options × $57.65
= $57,652.00
Calculate current market value
1000 shares × $82.36
= $82,360
Calculate spread (profit before taxes)
$82,360 - $57,652.00
= $24,708.00
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