IBM

IBM (International Business Machines Corporation) is one of the world’s oldest and most influential technology companies. Founded in 1911 and headquartered in Armonk, New York, IBM has played a major role in shaping modern computing and business technology.

IBM is best known for its work in areas like:

  • Cloud computing
  • Artificial intelligence (AI)
  • Enterprise software
  • Cybersecurity
  • IT consulting
  • Quantum computing

The company’s AI platform, IBM Watson, is widely recognized for helping businesses use data and automation more effectively. IBM also supports organizations across industries such as finance, healthcare, government, and retail by providing advanced digital solutions.

With a strong focus on innovation and research, IBM continues to be a global leader in technology transformation and enterprise services.

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IBM has a long history of responding to rapid changes in computer technology. As demand for its consulting services and mainframe computers slows, it’s now investing heavily in cloud computing (where customers access software on the web), analytics and artificial intelligence.


We feel the company’s upcoming acquisition of open-source software maker Red Hat will accelerate its transformation, and increase IBM’s earnings for many years to come.


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IBM $134.38 (New York symbol IBM; Shares outstanding: 908.8 million; Market cap: $122.1 billion; TSINetwork Rating: Above Average; Dividend yield: 4.7%; www.ibm.com) reported lower earnings and revenue for the fourth quarter of 2018. However, those results beat the consensus forecasts....
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INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORP. $133 (New York symbol IBM; Conservative Growth Dividend Payer Portfolio, Manufacturing & Industry sector; Shares outstanding: 908.8 million; Market cap: $120.9 billion; Dividend yield: 4.7%; Dividend Sustainability Rating: Above Average; www.ibm.com) is one of the world’s largest computer companies, with operations in over 175 countries.


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IBM $124.84 (New York symbol IBM; Shares outstanding: 912.8 million; Market cap: $111.9 billion; TSINetwork Rating: Above Average; Dividend yield: 5.1%; www.ibm.com) has now agreed to acquire Red Hat Inc. (New York symbol RHT) for $34 billion....