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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KYNDRYL HOLDINGS INC., $31.32, New York symbol KD, is still a hold.
The company took its current form in November 2021 when International Business Machines Corp. (New York symbol IBM) spun off its legacy business of helping corporate and government clients manage their datacentres....
The company took its current form in November 2021 when International Business Machines Corp. (New York symbol IBM) spun off its legacy business of helping corporate and government clients manage their datacentres....
KYNDRYL HOLDINGS INC. $34 is a hold. The company (New York symbol KD; Conservative Growth, Manufacturing & Industry sector; Shares outstanding: 230.5 million; Market cap: $7.8 billion; Price-to-sales ratio: 0.6; No dividend paid; TSINetwork Rating: Average; www.kyndryl.com) helps corporate and government clients manage their datacentres....
MOLSON COORS BEVERAGE CO. $62 is a hold. The beer brewer (New York symbol TAP; Aggressive Growth Portfolio, Consumer sector; Shares outstanding: 206.0 million; Market cap: $12.8 billion; Price-to-sales ratio: 1.1; Dividend yield: 3.0%; TSINetwork Rating: Average; www.molsoncoors.com) has acquired the rights to produce, market and sell Fever-Tree products in the U.S....
These three legacy technologies continue to invest heavily in new artificial intelligence products and services. That should drive their earnings higher in the next few years. For now, we feel IBM currently offers investors a better combination of AI growth and value than do Apple and Intel.
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CANADIAN NATIONAL RAILWAY CO., $145.02, Toronto symbol CNR, remains a buy for long-term gains.
CN operates Canada’s largest railway. Its 30,250-kilometre network stretches across the country. It also travels down through the U.S. Midwest, connecting Canada to the Gulf of Mexico.
With the March 2025 payment, the company will raise your quarterly dividend by 5.0%, to $0.8875 a share from $0.845....
CN operates Canada’s largest railway. Its 30,250-kilometre network stretches across the country. It also travels down through the U.S. Midwest, connecting Canada to the Gulf of Mexico.
With the March 2025 payment, the company will raise your quarterly dividend by 5.0%, to $0.8875 a share from $0.845....
We have singled out these two stocks and one ETF as your #1 buys for 2025. Each offers investors long-term growth prospects at a reasonable price. We feel all three are poised to deliver big gains for our readers, not only this year but for many years to come.
IBM, $263.30, is a #1 Buy for 2025. The company (New York symbol IBM; Shares outstanding: 924.6 million; Market cap: $244.5 billion; TSINetwork Rating: Above Average; Dividend yield: 2.5%; www.ibm.com) is one of the world’s largest computer firms, with operations in over 175 countries.
IBM has four main divisions: Software (44% of revenue in the latest quarter) provides a variety of software programs that help businesses operate their cloud computing and AI applications; Consulting (35%), through over 16,000 consultants, helps businesses design, install and run their computer systems; Infrastructure (20%) makes and installs mainframe computers for large organizations that process huge volumes of transactions; and Financing (1%) provides loans to businesses that purchase IBM’s mainframes and services.
IBM often buys other companies to enhance its expertise....
IBM, $263.30, is a #1 Buy for 2025. The company (New York symbol IBM; Shares outstanding: 924.6 million; Market cap: $244.5 billion; TSINetwork Rating: Above Average; Dividend yield: 2.5%; www.ibm.com) is one of the world’s largest computer firms, with operations in over 175 countries.
IBM has four main divisions: Software (44% of revenue in the latest quarter) provides a variety of software programs that help businesses operate their cloud computing and AI applications; Consulting (35%), through over 16,000 consultants, helps businesses design, install and run their computer systems; Infrastructure (20%) makes and installs mainframe computers for large organizations that process huge volumes of transactions; and Financing (1%) provides loans to businesses that purchase IBM’s mainframes and services.
IBM often buys other companies to enhance its expertise....
KYNDRYL HOLDINGS INC. $36 is still a hold. The company (New York symbol KD; Manufacturing & Industry sector; Shares outstanding: 232.3 million; Market cap: $8.4 billion; No dividends paid; Takeover Target Rating: Medium; www.kyndryl.com) helps corporate and government clients manage their datacentres....
We continue to recommend investors diversify their Finance sector holdings beyond the big banks by holding high-quality non-bank firms such as the three below.
Each is a a leader in its niche industry, which cuts your risk. As well, despite recent share price gains, all three still trade at attractive multiples to their earnings.
AMERICAN EXPRESS CO....
Each is a a leader in its niche industry, which cuts your risk. As well, despite recent share price gains, all three still trade at attractive multiples to their earnings.
AMERICAN EXPRESS CO....
Legacy tech firm IBM has gained 47% in the past year, mainly due to investor enthusiasm for its artificial intelligence (AI) software. The company has a long history with AI; in fact, in 2011, IBM’s Watson supercomputer beat human contestants on the Jeopardy game show.
The company is also benefiting as more businesses shift their computing operations to cloud-based platforms.
We feel IBM still has lots of room to move even higher over the next few years....
Top pick IBM offers a solid yield and an exciting path to profit from both AI & cloud computing – the shares are a strong buy even after a 45.9% one-year return.