International Business Machines Corporation operates as an integrated technology and services company worldwide. Its Cognitive Solutions segment offers Watson, a cognitive computing platform that interacts in natural language, processes big data, and learns from interactions with people and computers. This segment also offers data and analytics solutions, including analytics and data management platforms, cloud data services, enterprise social software, talent management solutions, and solutions tailored by industry; and transaction processing software that runs mission-critical systems in banking, airlines, and retail industries. The company's Global Business Services segment offers business consulting services; delivers system integration, application management, maintenance, and support services for packaged software applications; and finance, procurement, talent and engagement, and industry-specific business process outsourcing services. Its Technology Services & Cloud Platforms segment provides cloud, project-based, outsourcing, and other managed services for enterprise IT infrastructure environments. This segment also offers technical support, and software and solution support; and integration software solutions. The company's Systems segment offers servers for businesses, cloud service providers, and scientific computing organizations; data storage products and solutions; and z/OS, an enterprise operating system. Its Global Financing segment provides lease, installment payment plans, and loan financing services; short-term working capital financing to suppliers, distributors, and resellers; and remanufacturing and remarketing services. The company was formerly known as Computing-Tabulating-Recording Co. and changed its name to International Business Machines Corporation in 1924. International Business Machines Corporation was founded in 1911 and is headquartered in Armonk, New York.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Stock Exchange NYSE
Industry Computer & office equipment
Sub-IndustryIT Consulting & Other Services
SectorComputer and Technology
SymbolNYSE:IBM
CUSIP45920010
Phone914-499-1900
Debt
Debt-to-Equity Ratio1.81
Current Ratio1.31
Quick Ratio1.27
Price-To-Earnings
Trailing P/E Ratio9.33
Forward P/E Ratio9.36
P/E Growth1.96
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$79.14 billion
Price / Sales1.49
Cash Flow$18.1831 per share
Price / Cash7.10
Book Value$21.82 per share
Price / Book5.92
Profitability
EPS (Most Recent Fiscal Year)$13.80
Net Income$5.75 billion
Net Margins7.12%
Return on Equity69.98%
Return on Assets10.56%
Miscellaneous
Employees397,800
Outstanding Shares912,770,000
Market Cap$122.36 billion
IBM (NYSE:IBM) Frequently Asked Questions
What is IBM's stock symbol?
IBM trades on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol "IBM."
How often does IBM pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for IBM?
IBM announced a quarterly dividend on Tuesday, July 31st. Investors of record on Friday, August 10th will be paid a dividend of $1.57 per share on Monday, September 10th. This represents a $6.28 annualized dividend and a yield of 4.86%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Thursday, August 9th. View IBM's Dividend History.
How were IBM's earnings last quarter?
IBM (NYSE:IBM) announced its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, October, 16th. The technology company reported $3.42 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the Zacks' consensus estimate of $3.40 by $0.02. The technology company had revenue of $18.76 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts' expectations of $19.04 billion. IBM had a return on equity of 69.98% and a net margin of 7.12%. The business's quarterly revenue was down 2.1% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter last year, the business posted $3.30 EPS. View IBM's Earnings History.
When is IBM's next earnings date?
What guidance has IBM issued on next quarter's earnings?
IBM updated its FY18 earnings guidance on Tuesday, October, 16th. The company provided earnings per share (EPS) guidance of at least $13.80 for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus estimate of $13.81.
What price target have analysts set for IBM?
21 equities research analysts have issued 12-month price objectives for IBM's stock. Their forecasts range from $140.00 to $200.00. On average, they expect IBM's stock price to reach $167.1176 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 29.4% from the stock's current price. View Analyst Price Targets for IBM.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for IBM?
21 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for IBM in the last year. There are currently 2 sell ratings, 10 hold ratings and 9 buy ratings for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Hold." View Analyst Ratings for IBM.
Are investors shorting IBM?
IBM saw a increase in short interest during the month of September. As of September 28th, there was short interest totalling 20,969,512 shares, an increase of 29.5% from the September 14th total of 16,193,684 shares. Based on an average trading volume of 6,017,571 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is currently 3.5 days. Approximately 2.3% of the shares of the stock are sold short. View IBM's Current Options Chain.
Who are some of IBM's key competitors?
Some companies that are related to IBM include Cisco Systems (CSCO), HP (HPQ), Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), Toshiba (TOSYY), Arista Networks (ANET), F5 Networks (FFIV), Juniper Networks (JNPR), Electronics For Imaging (EFII), Extreme Networks (EXTR), A10 Networks (ATEN), Digi International (DGII), Silicom (SILC), Allot Communications (ALLT), Lantronix (LTRX) and Xplore Technologies (XPLR).
Who are IBM's key executives?
IBM's management team includes the folowing people:
- Ms. Virginia M. Rometty, Chairman, Pres & CEO (Age 59)
- Mr. James J. Kavanaugh, Sr. VP & CFO (Age 51)
- Dr. John E. Kelly III, Sr. VP of IBM Cognitive Solutions & IBM Research (Age 64)
- Mr. Erich Clementi, Sr. VP of IBM & Chairman of IBM Europe (Age 60)
- Mr. Martin J. Schroeter, Sr. VP of IBM Global Markets (Age 54)
Who are IBM's major shareholders?
IBM's stock is owned by many different of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include Swedbank (0.12%), Aperio Group LLC (0.05%), Nisa Investment Advisors LLC (0.04%), Huntington National Bank (0.02%), Northstar Investment Advisors LLC (0.01%) and DAVENPORT & Co LLC (0.01%). Company insiders that own IBM stock include David N Farr, Diane J Gherson, Erich Clementi, Frederick H Waddell, James J Kavanaugh, James W Owens, John E Kelly III, Jon C Iwata, Kralingen Bridget A Van and Michael D Rhodin. View Institutional Ownership Trends for IBM.
Which major investors are selling IBM stock?
IBM stock was sold by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including CENTRAL TRUST Co, Huntington National Bank, Murphy Capital Management Inc., BB&T Corp, Northstar Investment Advisors LLC, Boyd Watterson Asset Management LLC OH, Home Federal Bank of Tennessee and Eastern Bank. Company insiders that have sold IBM company stock in the last year include Diane J Gherson and Erich Clementi. View Insider Buying and Selling for IBM.
Which major investors are buying IBM stock?
IBM stock was purchased by a variety of institutional investors in the last quarter, including Swedbank, Aperio Group LLC, Nisa Investment Advisors LLC, Adams Asset Advisors LLC, Viking Fund Management LLC and Berkshire Asset Management LLC PA. Company insiders that have bought IBM stock in the last two years include David N Farr, Frederick H Waddell and James W Owens. View Insider Buying and Selling for IBM.
How do I buy shares of IBM?
Shares of IBM can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is IBM's stock price today?
One share of IBM stock can currently be purchased for approximately $129.10.
How big of a company is IBM?
IBM has a market capitalization of $122.36 billion and generates $79.14 billion in revenue each year. The technology company earns $5.75 billion in net income (profit) each year or $13.80 on an earnings per share basis. IBM employs 397,800 workers across the globe.
What is IBM's official website?
How can I contact IBM?
IBM's mailing address is 1 NEW ORCHARD ROAD, ARMONK NY, 10504. The technology company can be reached via phone at 914-499-1900 or via email at [email protected]
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