IBM Stock Inches Higher On Q3 Earnings: The Details
Portfolio Pulse from Adam Eckert
IBM reported Q3 earnings with a revenue increase of 4.6% YoY to $14.8 billion, beating the consensus estimate of $14.728 billion. Adjusted earnings were $2.20 per share, higher than the estimated $2.13. Software and consulting revenues were up 8% and 6% respectively, while infrastructure revenue decreased by 2%. The company ended the quarter with $11 billion in cash and marketable securities. IBM expects a constant currency revenue growth of 3% to 5% for the full-year 2023.

October 25, 2023 | 8:25 pm
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IBM's Q3 earnings beat estimates with higher revenues and adjusted earnings per share. Software and consulting revenues increased while infrastructure revenue decreased.
IBM's better-than-expected Q3 earnings and positive outlook for 2023 are likely to have a positive impact on its stock in the short term. The increase in software and consulting revenues indicates strong performance in these segments, while the decrease in infrastructure revenue could be a concern.
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