International Business Machines Corporation Profit Margin
Data as of June 01, 2026
Profit Margin (TTM)
15.6%
Revenue (TTM)
$68.91B
Sector
Technology
Ticker
IBM
How It's Calculated
What This Means
International Business Machines Corporation's profit margin of 15.6% is solid for many industries, though norms vary widely in Technology.
About International Business Machines Corporation
International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) operates in the Technology sector, specifically in Information Technology Services. With a market capitalization of about $279.90B, it ranks as a mega-cap stock — one of the largest publicly traded companies.
Shares recently traded near $297.80, within a 52-week range of $212.34 to $324.90 (-8.3% from the high, +40.2% from the low). Beta of 0.58 indicates relatively lower volatility versus the market.
Trailing profit margin is about 15.6%, signaling a solid profit margin for its industry.
Understanding This Metric
Profit margin connects income-statement quality to valuation. For International Business Machines Corporation, trailing margin summarizes how much revenue converts to net profit after costs. In Technology, margins differ by business model — software and services often run higher margins than capital-intensive industries. Track margin trends across quarters; a stable or improving margin can support earnings durability, while sharp declines may warrant deeper review of guidance and competition.
Using This Number in Practice
At about 15.6% trailing profit margin, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) is in a range often seen among mature operators in its industry. For large revenue bases, even a one-point margin move can shift earnings materially, so trend matters as much as the spot reading.
When comparing IBM to alternatives, combine margin with return on equity, revenue growth, and valuation. Use our margin calculator for scenario work, and browse the IBM metrics hub plus sector peers in the comparison section above.
Sector Comparison
Among Technology names on our S&P 100 coverage, International Business Machines Corporation's profit margin of 15.6% can be compared with peers such as NVDA (63.0%), AAPL (27.2%), MSFT (39.3%). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Technology stocks.
Key Takeaways
- IBM is grouped in the Technology sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.58 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 15.6% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is IBM's profit margin?
Trailing profit margin measures net income as a percent of revenue. International Business Machines Corporation's margin is about 15.6% on this snapshot — higher margins often support stronger valuation multiples in Technology.
Is 15.6% strong for Technology?
Peers in Technology such as NVDA (63.0%), MU (41.5%), MSFT (39.3%) help benchmark IBM's 15.6%. Margins vary by sub-industry and accounting cycle.
How often is profit margin updated?
Margins update after quarterly earnings; price-only fields refresh on trading days. Data as of June 01, 2026.
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