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INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORP 8-K Report, Financial Results (Oct 21, 2026)

Reports
Earnings & Results·Exhibits & Filings
Filing Date
Filed October 21, 2026
Period End
October 21, 2026
Security
IBM
In the record · 2016–202610-K1110-Q328-K210

IBM filed 11 annual reports (10-K), 32 quarterly reports (10-Q) and 210 current reports (8-K) between 2016 and 2026.

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  2. Leadership change8-K · Nov ’19Nov ’19
  3. Deal closed8-K · Nov ’21Nov ’21
  4. Material agreement8-K · Jun ’25Jun ’25

01—Abstract

Summary

Summary of the 8-K filed October 21, 2026. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.

IBM Corporation filed an 8-K on October 21, 2026, announcing its third-quarter 2026 financial results.

The company reported a 5% increase in revenue year-over-year (6% at constant currency), reaching $17.1 billiona, exceeding analyst expectations. This growth was primarily driven by strong performance in its Software segment, which saw an 8% increase (9% at constant currency), notably with Red Hat's Hybrid Cloud up 11% and Data up 19%. Infrastructure also contributed with a 4% revenue increase (5% at constant currency).

IBM raised its full-year outlook, now expecting free cash flow to increase by more than $1 billionb year-over-year. The company reported GAAP diluted earnings per share of $2.31 for the quarter.

Management highlighted disciplined execution and client adoption of "Super Intelligence" as key drivers. The report also includes detailed segment performance, financial condition insights from the balance sheet, and cash flow statements, along with comprehensive reconciliations of non-GAAP financial measures.

02—Key points

Key Highlights

  1. Third-quarter revenue increased by 5% year-over-year to $17.1 billion (6% at constant currency), exceeding expectations.
  2. Software segment revenue grew 8% year-over-year (9% at constant currency), with strong contributions from Hybrid Cloud (Red Hat) up 11% and Data up 19%.
  3. Infrastructure segment revenue increased by 4% year-over-year (5% at constant currency).
  4. Consulting segment revenue remained flat year-over-year, up 2% at constant currency.
  5. IBM raised its full-year free cash flow outlook, now expecting an increase of over $1 billion year-over-year.
  6. The company reported GAAP diluted earnings per share of $2.31 for the third quarter.
  7. Free cash flow for the quarter was $3.0 billion, an increase of $0.7 billion year-over-year.

03—Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What were IBM's key financial results for the third quarter of 2026?

    IBM reported third-quarter revenue of $17.1 billion, a 5% increase year-over-year (6% at constant currency). GAAP diluted earnings per share were $2.31. The company generated $3.0 billion in free cash flow for the quarter.

  2. Which business segments drove IBM's revenue growth in the third quarter?

    The Software segment was the primary driver of growth, with revenue up 8% (9% at constant currency), notably powered by Hybrid Cloud (Red Hat) and Data. The Infrastructure segment also contributed with a 4% increase (5% at constant currency).

  3. Did IBM update its full-year financial outlook?

    Yes, IBM raised its full-year outlook for free cash flow, now expecting it to increase by more than $1 billion year-over-year.

  4. How did the Consulting segment perform in the third quarter?

    The Consulting segment's revenue was flat year-over-year, with a slight increase of 2% at constant currency. Strategy and Technology saw a 2% increase (4% constant currency), while Intelligent Operations declined 2% (flat at constant currency).

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