International Business Machines (IBM) Stock Overview
Provides integrated solutions and services in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
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| Valuation | 3/6 |
| Future Growth | 2/6 |
| Past Performance | 5/6 |
| Financial Health | 3/6 |
| Dividends | 5/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | US$237.49 |
| 52 Week High | US$332.46 |
| 52 Week Low | US$199.19 |
| Beta | 0.71 |
| 1 Month Change | 3.78% |
| 3 Month Change | -4.66% |
| 1 Year Change | -8.33% |
| 3 Year Change | 58.51% |
| 5 Year Change | 76.40% |
| Change since IPO | 1,448.43% |
Recent News & Updates
Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • Aug 26
IBM: Big Blue Is Not Going Back To The Dinosaur Age
Summary IBM faced Q2 revenue pressure from mainframe weakness, but underlying software growth and cash generation remain robust. Hybrid Cloud and Data segments delivered double-digit growth, positioning IBM for evolving enterprise IT and AI-driven demand. Management expects 2026 free cash flow to rise by ~$1bn, supporting a Buy rating despite trimmed revenue guidance. My DCF assigns a fair value of $241/share, with sensitivity analysis indicating attractive risk/reward under conservative assumptions. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Aug 26
IBM: AI Spending Shift Will Delay Software And Mainframe Earnings Execution
IBM's analyst fair value estimate has been revised to $174 from $195 as analysts factor in a slightly higher discount rate, more cautious revenue and margin assumptions, and a lower future P/E multiple following recent price target cuts across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street commentary on International Business Machines highlights a clear shift toward more cautious expectations, with several research houses cutting price targets and, in some cases, lowering ratings following the company’s Q2 preannouncement and subsequent results.
New Narrative • Aug 16
Why I See IBM as a Long-Term Enterprise AI and Hybrid Cloud Play
My investment thesis on IBM is based on its transition from a traditional technology company into a hybrid cloud, enterprise AI and cybersecurity platform. I see IBM’s strength not in competing directly for the most advanced AI model, but in helping large organisations integrate AI securely into complex existing systems.
Narrative Update • Aug 12
IBM: AI Spending Shift And Quantum Progress Will Shape Future Returns
Analysts have reduced the implied fair value for International Business Machines to about $244 from roughly $294 as they incorporate lower P/E assumptions, slightly softer revenue growth and margin expectations, and a wave of reduced price targets following IBM's recent pre-announcement and Q2 commentary. Analyst Commentary Recent research on International Business Machines shows a wide spread of opinions, with many firms cutting price targets after the Q2 pre-announcement while still debating IBM's longer term software, mainframe and quantum opportunity.
Narrative Update • Jul 29
IBM: Quantum And AI Infrastructure Shift Will Support Long Term Upside
IBM's updated analyst narrative reflects a lower implied price target of about $316 from $375, as analysts factor in reduced revenue growth assumptions, a slightly higher discount rate, and recent cuts to Street price targets following softer software and mainframe trends. These factors are partly offset by a modestly higher profit margin outlook and a lower future P/E multiple.Narrative Update • Jul 14
IBM: Quantum And AI Infrastructure Roadmap Will Support Long Term Upside Potential
IBM's updated analyst price target has been reset to $375 from $390, reflecting a modest pullback even as analysts highlight support from AI and quantum initiatives, resilient software and infrastructure demand, and mixed views on valuation compared with "synthetic IBM" alternatives. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on International Business Machines shows a wide range of views, but several bullish analysts have highlighted specific areas where they see IBM executing well and building potential growth drivers in software, infrastructure, and quantum.Narrative Update • Jun 30
IBM: AI Infrastructure And Quantum Optionality Will Shape Balanced Future Returns
The updated analyst price target for International Business Machines has been refined lower to about $294 from roughly $302, as analysts factor in slightly slower modeled revenue growth, higher projected profit margins, and a reduced future P/E multiple informed by recent research on AI infrastructure demand, software acceleration, and quantum computing optionality. Analyst Commentary Street research on International Business Machines points to a split view, with several firms leaning more constructive on AI, software and quantum optionality, while others are focusing on execution risks and valuation reset after a strong run.Analysis Article • Jun 22
IBM (IBM) Stock Could Be 2.7% Undervalued After Accenture Outlook Shook IT Services
International Business Machines (IBM) came under pressure after Accenture cut its revenue outlook, which raised fresh questions about IT services demand, AI consulting projects, and how higher interest rates are affecting large technology stocks. See our latest analysis for International Business Machines. For International Business Machines, the recent 5.05% one day share price decline and weaker short term momentum, with a 7 day share price return down 8.5% and year to date share price...Narrative Update • Jun 16
IBM: Quantum Investments And Federal Support Will Reshape AI Infrastructure Story
Analysts raised their fair value estimate for International Business Machines to $390 from $335, citing higher long-term assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E, in light of recent bullish price target revisions across the Street that focus on IBM's AI, hybrid cloud, and quantum initiatives. Analyst Commentary Recent commentary on International Business Machines centers on how AI infrastructure, hybrid cloud, and quantum efforts feed into valuation, execution, and potential growth.Narrative Update • Jun 02
IBM: Quantum And AI Hype Will Outrun Execution And Margin Delivery
Analyst fair value for International Business Machines has been reset from $201.51 to $195.00 as analysts balance recent price target moves around $350 with updated assumptions for discount rate, modestly higher revenue growth, slightly stronger profit margins, and a lower future P/E. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on International Business Machines highlights a split view.
Narrative Update • May 28
This news is strategically bullish but financially asymmetric
Below is a structured investment-style analysis (in English) of how this news could affect IBM’s future earnings and valuation , incorporating both the quantum foundry (Anderon) and the Abertis consulting deal. IBM: Impact Analysis on Earnings & Valuation 1.Narrative Update • May 21
Software now ~45% of revenue
I have instructed Copiot to make this update using the data published today by IBM: Think 2026: true McKinsey / PE-grade Investment Committee pack , adding the pieces that actually drive decisions: valuation, IRR framing, comparables, and a crisp IC decision page. IBM – Investment Committee Pack (PE / McKinsey Grade) 1.Narrative Update • May 18
IBM: Hybrid Cloud And AI Momentum Will Support Rebalanced Risk Profile
IBM's updated analyst price target of $335, down from $390, reflects a mix of reduced fair value and revenue growth assumptions, along with slightly lower discount rate and future P/E expectations, as analysts weigh recent target cuts against more balanced risk/reward views and valuation upgrades. Analyst Commentary Recent research on International Business Machines points to a split view, with several firms revising price targets lower while others highlight more balanced risk/reward and pockets of support for the stock.New Narrative • May 12
IBM has transitioned from a traditional IT services provider into a hybrid cloud and AI platform leader
Below is a sell‑side / investment banking–style Investment Memorandum (IM) on International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) , structured as it would appear in a professional transaction or equity capital markets context. Investment Memorandum International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE: IBM) 1.Narrative Update • Apr 30
IBM: Slowing Mainframe And Consulting Momentum Will Pressure AI Expectations
The analyst price target for International Business Machines has been reset lower to reflect a fair value move from about $223.21 to $201.51. Analysts factor in recent price target cuts, slightly softer modeled revenue growth and margins, and a more moderate future P/E, alongside several rating upgrades that cite more balanced risk and reasonable valuation.Narrative Update • Apr 15
IBM: Hybrid Cloud And AI Will Offset Mainframe And Consulting Concerns
Analysts have trimmed their average price target for International Business Machines by a mid double digit dollar amount, reflecting a mix of reduced expectations for mainframe and consulting momentum, alongside continued interest in IBM's hybrid cloud and AI opportunities. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on International Business Machines shows a mix of reduced price targets alongside pockets of more constructive commentary, especially around hybrid cloud, AI and mainframe resilience.Narrative Update • Apr 01
IBM: Hybrid Cloud And AI Platforms Will Reshape Mainframe Reliance
Analysts have trimmed their average price targets on IBM by a wide range, including cuts of $34 and $60 alongside multiple earlier increases of $5 to $52, while keeping fair value at $390.0. They are weighing slower mainframe and consulting trends against broader hybrid cloud and AI opportunities, as well as a slightly lower assumed discount rate and P/E multiple in current models. Analyst Commentary Recent research on International Business Machines shows a mix of caution on mainframe and consulting trends alongside clear pockets of optimism around hybrid cloud, AI and the company’s broader software franchise.Narrative Update • Mar 18
IBM: Hybrid Cloud And AI Execution Will Drive Repricing Potential
Analysts have kept the average price target for International Business Machines steady at $390.00. Recent research points to a more balanced risk/reward profile, as AI related competitive concerns around the Z mainframe platform and slower expectations for mainframe and consulting growth are weighed against ongoing interest in IBM's hybrid cloud, AI, automation and data offerings.Narrative Update • Mar 04
IBM: Mainframe And Consulting Execution Will Shape AI Upside And Downside
The analyst price target for International Business Machines has been reduced by about $9 to reflect a slightly higher discount rate and only modest adjustments to long term growth and margin assumptions, as analysts balance recent upgrades and target increases with concerns about slower mainframe and consulting momentum. Analyst Commentary Recent research on International Business Machines reflects a mixed backdrop, with some firms turning more constructive after earlier target hikes and a sharp 2026 share price pullback, and others flagging execution and growth risks around key businesses such as mainframe infrastructure and consulting.Narrative Update • Feb 17
IBM: Execution Risks Around Confluent Integration Will Define Future Downside
Analysts have raised their price targets on International Business Machines, supporting a fair value increase from $198.00 to approximately $232.21. They attribute this change to updated assumptions regarding revenue growth, margins, and future P/E multiples.Narrative Update • Feb 03
IBM: Broad Price Reset Will Highlight Confluent Deal And AI Initiatives
The analyst price target for International Business Machines has been raised from US$350 to US$390, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rates, margins and future P/E, alongside a broad wave of recent price target increases from multiple research firms. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts have been lifting their price targets on International Business Machines in quick succession, with several moves clustered around the same dates.Narrative Update • Jan 20
IBM: Quantum And Software Execution Will Drive Returns Through Workforce Shift
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for International Business Machines higher to about $302 from roughly $294, citing updated long term assumptions on revenue growth, profitability, and future P/E multiples that reflect recent price target moves and emerging views on quantum computing and software performance. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on International Business Machines highlights a split view, with some analysts leaning into upside tied to quantum computing and recent acquisitions, while others focus on execution risks in core software and the timeline needed to support higher valuation multiples.Shareholder Returns
| IBM | US IT | US Market | |
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| 7D | -1.0% | 1.2% | -1.1% |
| 1Y | -8.3% | 2.2% | 11.7% |
Return vs Industry: IBM underperformed the US IT industry which returned 2.2% over the past year.
Return vs Market: IBM underperformed the US Market which returned 11.7% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| IBM volatility | |
|---|---|
| IBM Average Weekly Movement | 8.9% |
| IT Industry Average Movement | 10.7% |
| Market Average Movement | 6.9% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 15.2% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 2.9% |
Stable Share Price: IBM has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: IBM's weekly volatility (9%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
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| 1911 | 264,300 | Arvind Krishna | www.ibm.com |
International Business Machines Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, provides integrated solutions and services in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia Pacific. It operates through Software, Consulting, Infrastructure, and Financing segments. The Software segment offers hybrid cloud and AI platforms that allow clients to realize their digital and AI transformations across the applications, data, and environments in which they operate.
International Business Machines Corporation Fundamentals Summary
| IBM fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$234.00b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$10.71b |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$69.10b |
20.9x
P/E Ratio3.2x
P/S RatioIs IBM overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| IBM income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$69.10b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$28.51b |
| Gross Profit | US$40.14b |
| Other Expenses | US$29.44b |
| Earnings | US$10.71b |
Last Reported Earnings
Jun 30, 2026
Next Earnings Date
Oct 21, 2026
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 11.36 |
| Gross Margin | 58.10% |
| Net Profit Margin | 15.49% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 176.3% |
How did IBM perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
2.8%
Current Dividend Yield59%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/09/16 23:08 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/09/16 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/06/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
International Business Machines Corporation is covered by 53 analysts. 23 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| James Kelleher | Argus Research Company |
| Robert Oliver | Baird |
| Raimo Lenschow | Barclays |