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International Business Machines (IBM) Stock

International Business Machines Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

International Business Machines (IBM), a prominent company in the technology sector within the information technology services industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $308.71. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $209.20 and $324.90. This places the current price at 95.0% of its 52-week high and 47.6% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 3,439,003. The 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 66.51, suggesting neutral conditions. The stock is currently trading above its 50-day moving average of $273.08 by 13.05%. Similarly, it is above its 200-day moving average of $258.51 by 19.42%. The MACD histogram is 1.76, indicating bullish momentum (MACD Line: 9.83, Signal Line: 8.07). The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US4592001014.

52-Week Range

$324.90 - $209.20

-4.98% from high · +47.57% from low

Avg Daily Volume

6,392,777

20-day average

100-day avg: 5,165,470

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

37.04

Above market average

Forward P/E

25.32

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

2.13

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

10.41

EV/EBITDA

21.11

EPS (TTM)

$8.39

Price to Sales

4.44

Beta

0.69

Less volatile than market

How is IBM valued relative to its earnings and growth?
International Business Machines trades at a P/E ratio of 37.04, which is above the market average of approximately 20. This premium valuation suggests investors expect above-average growth or the company has competitive advantages justifying the higher multiple. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 25.32 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 2.13 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is IBM's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.69, International Business Machines is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 10.41 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

12.10%

Operating Margin

17.20%

EBITDA

$15.04B

Return on Equity

30.20%

Return on Assets

5.14%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

9.10%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

17.70%

How profitable and efficient is IBM's business model?
International Business Machines achieves a profit margin of 12.10%, meaning it retains $12.10 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This represents a solid margin typical of well-run businesses, showing the company can effectively balance revenue generation with cost control. The operating margin of 17.20% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 30.20% and ROA at 5.14%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are IBM's recent growth trends?
International Business Machines's revenue grew by 9.10% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings increased by 17.70% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$6.70

Dividend Yield

2.14%

Ex-Dividend Date

Nov 10, 2025

Dividend Date

Dec 10, 2025

What dividend income can investors expect from IBM?
International Business Machines offers a dividend yield of 2.14%, paying $6.70 per share annually. This above-average yield of 2-4% provides meaningful income while still allowing the company to reinvest for growth. It compares favorably to the S&P 500 average and offers competitive returns versus bonds in the current rate environment. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of Nov 10, 2025.
How reliable is IBM's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - International Business Machines pays $6.70 per share in dividends against earnings of $8.39 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 79.86%. This high payout ratio of 60-90% leaves limited earnings for reinvestment. While currently sustainable, there's less buffer for dividend growth or protection during earnings downturns. The next dividend payment is scheduled for Dec 10, 2025.

Company Size & Market

Market Cap

$290.5B

Revenue (TTM)

$65.40B

Revenue/Share (TTM)

$70.35

Shares Outstanding

934.74M

Book Value/Share

$29.85

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is IBM's market capitalization and position?
International Business Machines has a market capitalization of $290.5B, classifying it as a mega-cap stock (over $200B). These are the largest, most established companies globally, typically offering stability and liquidity but with more modest growth potential. Mega-caps often pay dividends and weather economic downturns better than smaller companies. With 934.74M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a major player in the INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SERVICES industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does IBM's price compare to its book value?
International Business Machines's book value per share is $29.85, while the current stock price is $308.71, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 10.34. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$292.56

5.23% downside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

1

Buy

8

Hold

7

Sell

2

Strong Sell

2

How reliable are analyst predictions for IBM?
20 analysts cover IBM with 45% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $292.56 implies -5.2% downside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on IBM?
Current analyst recommendations:1 Strong Buy, 8 Buy, 7 Hold, 2 Sell, 2 Strong Sell. The neutral stance suggests uncertainty or fair valuation at current levels.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Dec 13, 2025, 08:31 AM

Technical Indicators

RSI (14-day)

66.51

Neutral

50-Day Moving Average

$273.08

13.05% above MA-50

200-Day Moving Average

$258.51

19.42% above MA-200

MACD Line

9.83

MACD Signal

8.07

MACD Histogram

1.76

Bullish

What does IBM's RSI value tell investors?
The RSI (Relative Strength Index) for IBM is currently 66.51, indicating the stock is showing bullish momentum (60-70 range). The stock has positive momentum without being extremely overbought. This zone often occurs during healthy uptrends where buyers remain in control. Combined with the price being above the 50-day moving average, this confirms bullish conditions.
How should traders interpret IBM's MACD and moving average crossovers?
MACD analysis shows the MACD line at 9.83 above the signal line at 8.07, with histogram at 1.76. This bullish crossover suggests upward momentum is building. The wide histogram confirms strong momentum. The 50-day MA ($273.08) is above the 200-day MA ($258.51), forming a golden cross pattern that typically signals a long-term uptrend. Price is currently above both MAs, confirming strength.

Indicators last updated: Nov 1, 2025, 12:41 AM

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