International Business Machines Corporation (IBM)

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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol IBM
  • Rev/Share 70.0311
  • Book/Share 29.9711
  • PB 10.0729
  • Debt/Equity 2.3856
  • CurrentRatio 0.9316
  • ROIC 0.0794

 

  • MktCap 281336602302.0
  • FreeCF/Share 13.9619
  • PFCF 21.5765
  • PE 35.5489
  • Debt/Assets 0.455
  • DivYield 0.0223
  • ROE 0.2886

 

  • Rating B
  • Score 3
  • Recommendation Neutral
  • P/E Score 2
  • DCF Score 4
  • P/B Score 1
  • D/E Score 1

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Upgrade IBM Erste Group Hold Buy -- -- Dec. 5, 2025
Initiation IBM Oppenheimer -- Outperform -- $360 Nov. 21, 2025
Initiation IBM Bernstein -- Market Perform -- $280 Sept. 16, 2025
Downgrade IBM Erste Group Buy Hold -- -- Aug. 14, 2025
Initiation IBM Oppenheimer -- Outperform -- $320 Feb. 11, 2025
Resumed IBM Wedbush -- Outperform -- -- Feb. 3, 2025
Downgrade IBM DZ Bank Buy Hold -- $215 Oct. 2, 2024

News

Want to Invest in Quantum Computing? 3 Stocks That Are Great Buys Right Now
GOOG, GOOGL, IBM, INTC
Published: December 21, 2025 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Positive

Google parent Alphabet is making waves with its new quantum computing processor. Intel's long-term comeback partially hinges on quantum computing.

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4 Key Cloud Computing Stocks to Include in Your Portfolio for 2026
AMZN, GOOGL, IBM, MSFT
Published: December 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

MSFT, GOOGL, AMZN and IBM are indispensable cloud computing stocks for any investment portfolio.

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International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
IBM
Published: December 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

IBM (IBM) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.

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Reddit's Top AI Stocks: Why Traders Are Backing IBM and ASML Over other AI Plays
ASML, IBM
Published: December 11, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

Shares of ASML (NASDAQ:ASML) and IBM (NYSE:IBM) are riding a wave of retail trader enthusiasm this week, with both stocks showing strong bullish sentiment on Reddit.

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IBM Rides on Strength in Software Segment: Will the Uptrend Continue?
IBM
Published: December 11, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

IBM's rising Software strength, fueled by Automation and Hybrid Cloud growth, drives momentum as demand for AI and data integration accelerates.

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ANET vs. IBM: Which Hybrid Cloud Stock is the Better Buy for 2026?
ANET, IBM
Published: December 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

IBM edges out Arista as the better hybrid cloud pick for 2026, thanks to valuation appeal and multi-cloud momentum.

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Final Trades: Toast, TopBuild Corp, IBM and Applovin Corp.
APP, BLD, IBM
Published: December 09, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Neutral

The Investment Committee share their top stocks to watch for the second half.

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The Big 3: CME, IBM, WMT
IBM, WMT
Published: December 09, 2025 by: Schwab Network
Sentiment: Positive

Jessica Inskip's (@jessicainskip) Big 3 focuses on stocks she sees disappearing from investors' radars that will continue strong upside moves. She talks about CME Group's (CME) long-term play, IBM Corp.'s (IBM) acquisition of Confluent (CFLT) strengthening its enterprise A.I.

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IBM CEO Arvind Krishna on $11 billion deal to acquire Confluent
CFLT, IBM
Published: December 08, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Positive

IBM announced Monday that it is acquiring data streaming platform Confluent in a deal worth $11 billion. IBM CEO Arvind Krishna said Confluent will be part of its software unit.

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Confluent Stock Surges on Multi-Billion IBM Acquisition
CFLT, IBM
Published: December 08, 2025 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Positive

After a few months of takeover rumors , it finally happened.

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Will IBM's Purported Confluent Buyout Spur the Growth Engine?
IBM
Published: December 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

IBM's reported $11 billion move for Confluent aims to strengthen its real-time data capabilities and expand its cloud-native services footprint.

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IBM CEO Arvind Krishna on $11 billion acquisition of Confluent
CFLT, IBM
Published: December 08, 2025 by: CNBC Television
Sentiment: Positive

IBM CEO Arvind Krishna joins ‘Squawk on the Street' to discuss the $11 billion acquisition of Confluent, how the deal will help the business, and more.

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IBM to acquire Confluent for $11B in AI-focused deal
CFLT, IBM
Published: December 08, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive

International Business Machines Corp (NYSE:IBM) said on Monday it has agreed to acquire Confluent Inc, a data streaming platform used by clients including Anthropic, Amazon Web Services and Google, in an all-cash deal valued at $11 billion. Confluent, which focuses on connecting, processing, and managing reusable data for AI deployments, will continue operating as a standalone business under IBM.

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IBM's $11B Acquisition of CFLT, TSLA Downgrade & FIVE Upgrade
IBM, TSLA
Published: December 08, 2025 by: Schwab Network
Sentiment: Positive

IBM Corp. (IBM) is stepping up its standing in the A.I. race through a new acquisition.

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IBM to acquire Confluent for $11B as it seeks to bolster its data offerings
CFLT, IBM
Published: December 08, 2025 by: TechCrunch
Sentiment: Positive

IBM is buying data infrastructure company Confluent for $11 billion in cash in a bid to bolster its data and automation products as ever more companies move their tech operations to the cloud and deploy AI technology.

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IBM Buys Confluent For $11 Billion Deal
IBM
Published: December 08, 2025 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Positive

IBM announced it would buy data streaming firm Confluent for $11 billion, the companies said in a statement on Monday morning, marking a major acquisition as the legacy tech company pushes to expand its AI business.

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Traders Are Still Skeptical Of IBM Stock After 40% Run in 2025
IBM
Published: December 04, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Neutral

Shares of International Business Machines (NYSE: IBM) are up roughly 40% in 2025, yet retail traders on Reddit and X remain unconvinced.

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Investors Heavily Search International Business Machines Corporation (IBM): Here is What You Need to Know
IBM
Published: December 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

IBM (IBM) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.

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Can IBM's Tie-Up With Cisco for Quantum Network Aid Its Shares?
IBM
Published: December 01, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

IBM teams with Cisco to build a quantum network by 2030, aiming to drive breakthroughs in quantum computing and connectivity.

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Can IBM Sustain a Healthy Profit Margin in the Software Segment?
IBM
Published: November 28, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Over the years, International Business Machines Corporation's IBM Software segment has recorded healthy profit growth backed by a strong focus on product innovation and a growing adoption of its hybrid cloud services. The Software segment includes Hybrid Cloud (previously reported as Red Hat), Automation, Data and Transaction Processing businesses.

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From Chips to Qubits: Inside IBM's Quantum System Two
IBM
Published: November 28, 2025 by: Bloomberg Markets and Finance
Sentiment: Neutral

Quantum computing is here. At IBM's research hub, Jerry Chow opens up the company's latest quantum system, built for data centers and designed to scale.

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IBM: Boring Has Been Beautiful For Big Blue, Eyeing 2026
IBM
Published: November 25, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

IBM has outperformed the S&P 500 and tech sector in 2025, delivering nearly 40% total return year-to-date. Q3 results beat expectations, with strong growth in Hybrid Cloud, Automation, and Infrastructure prompting raised revenue and free cash flow guidance. Despite robust operational execution and positive EPS revisions, IBM trades at a premium valuation, leading to a reiterated "Hold" rating.

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ASTS vs. IBM: Which Connectivity Innovator is the Better Buy Today?
ASTS, IBM
Published: November 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

IBM's steady growth, improving estimates and lower valuation help it stand out as the stronger pick in this two-stock connectivity showdown.

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IBM (IBM) Up 1.9% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?
IBM
Published: November 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

IBM (IBM) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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Here is What to Know Beyond Why International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) is a Trending Stock
IBM
Published: November 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

IBM (IBM) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.

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IBM and Cisco announce partnership to build networked quantum computers
CSCO, IBM
Published: November 20, 2025 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive

International Business Machines Corp (NYSE:IBM) and Cisco Systems Inc (NASDAQ:CSCO, XETRA:CIS) have announced a collaboration aimed at developing a network of large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computers. The partnership combines IBM's expertise in quantum computing with Cisco's innovations in quantum networking.

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IBM Stock Pops on Quantum Deal with Cisco Systems
CSCO, IBM
Published: November 20, 2025 by: Schaeffers Research
Sentiment: Positive

Shares of IBM Corp (NYSE:IBM) are on the rise, up 2.9% at $296.81 at last glance, after news broke that the company is partnering with fellow Dow member Cisco Systems (CSCO) to build a network of "large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computers.

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IBM and University of Dayton Announce Joint Research Collaboration for Next-Generation Semiconductor Technologies
IBM
Published: November 19, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

New semiconductor nanofabrication facility will support advanced research and workforce development opportunities YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y. and DAYTON, Ohio , Nov. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- IBM (NYSE: IBM) and the University of Dayton today announced an agreement for the joint research and development of next-generation semiconductor technologies and materials.

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IBM Expands AI Consulting Capabilities: Will it Drive Growth?
IBM
Published: November 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

IBM links its AI platform with Microsoft Copilot to boost consulting efficiency, streamline workflows and tap rising AI services demand.

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Unanimous Decision: UFC and IBM Introduce New AI-Driven In-Fight Insights
IBM, TKO
Published: November 14, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

The new live insight platform, built with IBM watsonx, will deliver real-time milestones, streaks and records directly to UFC broadcasts and data systems ARMONK, N.Y. and LAS VEGAS , Nov. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- IBM (NYSE: IBM) and UFC, the world's premier mixed martial arts organization, today announced the next phase of their technological evolution with the launch of In-Fight Insights, an AI-driven live alert platform that monitors and reports in real time when notable milestones, streaks and records occur during UFC events.

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About International Business Machines Corporation (IBM)

  • IPO Date 1915-09-24
  • Website https://www.ibm.com
  • Industry Information Technology Services
  • CEO Arvind Krishna
  • Employees 270300

International Business Machines Corporation provides integrated solutions and services worldwide. The company operates through four business segments: Software, Consulting, Infrastructure, and Financing. The Software segment offers hybrid cloud platform and software solutions, such as Red Hat, an enterprise open-source solutions; software for business automation, AIOps and management, integration, and application servers; data and artificial intelligence solutions; and security software and services for threat, data, and identity. This segment also provides transaction processing software that supports clients' mission-critical and on-premise workloads in banking, airlines, and retail industries. The Consulting segment offers business transformation services, including strategy, business process design and operations, data and analytics, and system integration services; technology consulting services; and application and cloud platform services. The Infrastructure segment provides on-premises and cloud-based server and storage solutions for its clients' mission-critical and regulated workloads; and support services and solutions for hybrid cloud infrastructure, as well as remanufacturing and remarketing services for used equipment. The Financing segment offers lease, installment payment, loan financing, and short-term working capital financing services. The company was formerly known as Computing-Tabulating-Recording Co. International Business Machines Corporation was incorporated in 1911 and is headquartered in Armonk, New York.