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IBM RELEASES SECOND-QUARTER RESULTS
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Accelerated revenue growth led by Software; Raises full-year free cash flow expectation
ARMONK, N.Y., July 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced second-quarter 2024 earnings results.
“We had a strong second quarter, exceeding our expectations, driven by growth in both revenue and free cash flow. We continue to see that clients turn to IBM for our technology and our expertise in enterprise AI, and our book of business for generative AI has grown to more than two billion dollars since the launch of watsonx one year ago,” said Arvind Krishna, IBM chairman and chief executive officer. “Given our first-half results, we are raising our full-year view of free cash flow, which we now expect to be more than $12 billion.”
Second-Quarter Highlights
Revenue
– Revenue of $15.8 billion, up 2 percent, up 4 percent at constant currency
– Software revenue up 7 percent, up 8 percent at constant currency
– Consulting revenue down 1 percent, up 2 percent at constant currency
– Infrastructure revenue up 1 percent, up 3 percent at constant currency
Profit Margin
– Gross Profit Margin: GAAP: 56.8 percent, up 180 basis points; Operating (Non-GAAP): 57.8 percent, up 190 basis points
– Pre-Tax Income Margin: GAAP: 14.1 percent, up 110 basis points; Operating (Non-GAAP): 17.7 percent, up 220 basis points
Cash Flow
– Year to date, net cash from operating activities of $6.2 billion, down $0.2 billion; free cash flow of $4.5 billion, up $1.1 billion
– Over the last twelve months, net cash from operating activities of $13.8 billion; free cash flow of $12.3 billion
SECOND QUARTER 2024 INCOME STATEMENT SUMMARY
Revenue
Gross
Profit
Gross
Profit
Margin
Pre-tax
Income
Pre-tax
Income
Margin
Net
Income
Diluted
Earnings
Per Share
GAAP from
Continuing
Operations
$ 15.8 B
$ 8.9 B
56.8
%
$ 2.2 B
14.1
%
$ 1.8 B
$ 1.96
Year/Year
2
%(1)
5
%
1.8
Pts
11
%
1.1
Pts
16
%
14
%
Operating
(Non-GAAP)
$ 9.1 B
57.8
%
$ 2.8 B
17.7
%
$ 2.3 B
$ 2.43
Year/Year
5
%
1.9
Pts
17
%
2.2
Pts
14
%
11
%
(1) 4% at constant currency.
“In the quarter, we accelerated our revenue growth as we continue to execute well on our strategy. Our business fundamentals, operating leverage, product mix and productivity initiatives all contributed to significant margin expansion and increased profit and free cash flow,” said James Kavanaugh, IBM senior vice president and chief financial officer. “Our strong cash generation enables us to continue investing in innovation and expertise across the portfolio, while returning value to shareholders through dividends.”
Segment Results for Second Quarter
Software — revenues of $6.7 billion, up 7.1 percent, up 8.4 percent at constant currency:
– Hybrid Platform & Solutions up 5 percent, up 6 percent at constant currency:
— Red Hat up 7 percent, up 8 percent at constant currency
— Automation up 15 percent, up 16 percent at constant currency
— Data & AI down 3 percent, down 2 percent at constant currency
— Security up 2 percent, up 3 percent at constant currency
– Transaction Processing up 11 percent, up 13 percent at constant currency
Consulting — revenues of $5.2 billion, down 0.9 percent, up 1.8 percent at constant currency:
– Business Transformation up 3 percent, up 6 percent at constant currency
– Technology Consulting down 3 percent, up 1 percent at constant currency
– Application Operations down 4 percent, down 2 percent at constant currency
Infrastructure — revenues of $3.6 billion, up 0.7 percent, up 2.7 percent at constant currency:
– Hybrid Infrastructure up 4 percent, up 6 percent at constant currency
— IBM Z up 6 percent, up 8 percent at constant currency
— Distributed Infrastructure up 3 percent, up 5 percent at constant currency
– Infrastructure Support down 5 percent, down 3 percent at constant currency
Financing — revenues of $0.2 billion, down 8.3 percent, down 6.6 percent at constant currency
Cash Flow and Balance Sheet
In the second quarter, the company generated net cash from operating activities of $2.1 billion, down $0.6 billion year to year. IBM’s free cash flow was $2.6 billion, up $0.5 billion year to year. The company returned $1.5 billion to shareholders in dividends in the second quarter.
For the first six months of the year, the company generated net cash from operating activities of $6.2 billion, down $0.2 billion year to year. IBM’s free cash flow was $4.5 billion, up $1.1 billion year to year. Over the last twelve months, the company generated net cash from operating activities of $13.8 billion and free cash flow of $12.3 billion.
IBM ended the second quarter with $16.0 billion of cash, restricted cash and marketable securities, up $2.5 billion from year-end 2023. Debt, including IBM Financing debt of $11.1 billion, totaled $56.5 billion, flat year to date.
Full-Year 2024 Expectations
Revenue: The company continues to expect constant currency revenue growth consistent with its mid-single digit model. At current foreign exchange rates, currency is expected to be about a one to two-point headwind to revenue growth
Free cash flow: The company now expects more than $12 billion in free cash flow
Forward-Looking and Cautionary Statements
Except for the historical information and discussions contained herein, statements contained in this release may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are based on the company’s current assumptions regarding future business and financial performance. These statements involve a number of risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, including, but not limited to, the following: a downturn in economic environment and client spending budgets; a failure of the company’s innovation initiatives; damage to the company’s reputation; risks from investing in growth opportunities; failure of the company’s intellectual property portfolio to prevent competitive offerings and the failure of the company to obtain necessary licenses; the company’s ability to successfully manage acquisitions, alliances and dispositions, including integration challenges, failure to achieve objectives, the assumption of liabilities and higher debt levels; fluctuations in financial results; impact of local legal, economic, political, health and other conditions; the company’s failure to meet growth and productivity objectives; ineffective internal controls; the company’s use of accounting estimates; impairment of the company’s goodwill or amortizable intangible assets; the company’s ability to attract and retain key employees and its reliance on critical skills; impacts of relationships with critical suppliers; product quality issues; impacts of business with government clients; reliance on third party distribution channels and ecosystems; cybersecurity and data privacy considerations; adverse effects related to climate change and environmental matters; tax matters; legal proceedings and investigatory risks; the company’s pension plans; currency fluctuations and customer financing risks; impact of changes in market liquidity conditions and customer credit risk on receivables; potential failure of the separation of Kyndryl Holdings, Inc. to qualify for tax-free treatment; risk factors related to IBM securities; and other risks, uncertainties and factors discussed in the company’s Form 10-Qs, Form 10-K and in the company’s other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission or in materials incorporated therein by reference.
Statements in this communication regarding the strategic acquisition that are forward-looking may include projections as to closing date for the transaction, the extent of, and the time necessary to obtain, the regulatory approvals required for the transaction, the anticipated benefits of the transaction, the impact of the transaction on IBM’s business, the synergies from the transaction, and the combined company’s future operating results.
Any forward-looking statement in this release speaks only as of the date on which it is made. Except as required by law, the company assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements.
Presentation of Information in this Press Release
In an effort to provide investors with additional information regarding the company’s results as determined by generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), the company has also disclosed in this press release the following non-GAAP information, which management believes provides useful information to investors:
IBM results —
adjusting for currency (i.e., at constant currency);
presenting operating (non-GAAP) earnings per share amounts and related income statement items;
free cash flow;
net cash from operating activities excluding IBM Financing receivables;
adjusted EBITDA.
The rationale for management’s use of these non-GAAP measures is included in Exhibit 99.2 in the Form 8-K that includes this press release and is being submitted today to the SEC.
For generative AI, book of business includes Software transactional revenue, SaaS Annual Contract Value and Consulting signings.
Conference Call and Webcast
IBM’s regular quarterly earnings conference call is scheduled to begin at 5:00 p.m. ET, today. The Webcast may be accessed via a link at https://www.ibm.com/investor/events/earnings-2q24. Presentation charts will be available shortly before the Webcast.
Financial Results Below (certain amounts may not add due to use of rounded numbers; percentages presented are calculated from the underlying whole-dollar amounts).
Contact: IBM
Sarah Meron, 347-891-1770
sarah.meron@ibm.com
Tim Davidson, 914-844-7847
tfdavids@us.ibm.com
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
COMPARATIVE FINANCIAL RESULTS
(Unaudited; Dollars in millions except per share amounts)
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
2024
2023 (1)
2024
2023 (1)
REVENUE BY SEGMENT
Software
$ 6,739
$ 6,294
$ 12,637
$ 11,885
Consulting
5,179
5,226
10,365
10,423
Infrastructure
3,645
3,618
6,721
6,716
Financing
169
185
362
380
Other
38
152
146
321
TOTAL REVENUE
15,770
15,475
30,231
29,727
GROSS PROFIT
8,950
8,501
16,692
16,010
GROSS PROFIT MARGIN
Software
83.6
%
82.1
%
83.0
%
82.3
%
Consulting
26.3
%
25.9
%
25.8
%
25.7
%
Infrastructure
56.5
%
56.0
%
55.4
%
54.1
%
Financing
48.9
%
49.2
%
48.7
%
46.5
%
TOTAL GROSS PROFIT MARGIN
56.8
%
54.9
%
55.2
%
53.9
%
EXPENSE AND OTHER INCOME
S,G&A
4,938
4,900
9,912
9,754
R,D&E
1,840
1,687
3,637
3,342
Intellectual property and custom development income
(241)
(248)
(458)
(428)
Other (income) and expense
(233)
(261)
(550)
(506)
Interest expense
427
423
859
790
TOTAL EXPENSE AND OTHER INCOME
6,730
6,501
13,399
12,952
INCOME FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS
BEFORE INCOME TAXES
2,219
2,000
3,293
3,058
Pre-tax margin
14.1
%
12.9
%
10.9
%
10.3
%
Provision for/(Benefit from) income taxes
389
419
(112)
543
Effective tax rate
17.5
%
21.0
%
(3.4)
%
17.8
%
INCOME FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS
$ 1,830
$ 1,581
$ 3,405
$ 2,515
DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
Income/(loss) from discontinued operations, net of taxes
4
2
34
(4)
NET INCOME
$ 1,834
$ 1,583
$ 3,439
$ 2,511
EARNINGS/(LOSS) PER SHARE OF COMMON STOCK
Assuming Dilution
Continuing Operations
$ 1.96
$ 1.72
$ 3.65
$ 2.74
Discontinued Operations
$ 0.00
$ 0.00
$ 0.04
$ 0.00
TOTAL
$ 1.96
$ 1.72
$ 3.68
$ 2.73
Basic
Continuing Operations
$ 1.99
$ 1.74
$ 3.71
$ 2.77
Discontinued Operations
$ 0.00
$ 0.00
$ 0.04
$ 0.00
TOTAL
$ 1.99
$ 1.74
$ 3.74
$ 2.76
WEIGHTED-AVERAGE NUMBER OF COMMON
SHARES OUTSTANDING (M’s)
Assuming Dilution
934.4
919.5
933.9
918.6
Basic
920.3
909.9
918.7
908.7
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(1) Recast to reflect January 2024 segment changes.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET
(Unaudited)
(Dollars in Millions)
At
June 30,
2024
At
December 31,
2023
ASSETS:
Current Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
$ 12,210
$ 13,068
Restricted cash
2,268
21
Marketable securities
1,481
373
Notes and accounts receivable – trade, net
5,769
7,214
Short-term financing receivables, net
5,799
6,793
Other accounts receivable, net
757
640
Inventories
1,234
1,161
Deferred costs
997
998
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
2,784
2,639
Total Current Assets
33,299
32,908
Property, plant and equipment, net
5,600
5,501
Operating right-of-use assets, net
3,130
3,220
Long-term financing receivables, net
5,483
5,766
Prepaid pension assets
7,630
7,506
Deferred costs
820
842
Deferred taxes
6,378
6,656
Goodwill
59,416
60,178
Intangibles, net
10,251
11,036
Investments and sundry assets
1,840
1,626
Total Assets
$ 133,848
$ 135,241
LIABILITIES:
Current Liabilities:
Taxes
$ 1,691
$ 2,270
Short-term debt
3,602
6,426
Accounts payable
3,631
4,132
Deferred income
13,643
13,451
Operating lease liabilities
762
820
Other liabilities
6,319
7,022
Total Current Liabilities
29,648
34,122
Long-term debt
52,929
50,121
Retirement related obligations
10,200
10,808
Deferred income
3,489
3,533
Operating lease liabilities
2,546
2,568
Other liabilities
10,932
11,475
Total Liabilities
109,745
112,628
EQUITY:
IBM Stockholders’ Equity:
Common stock
60,501
59,643
Retained earnings
151,659
151,276
Treasury stock — at cost
(169,815)
(169,624)
Accumulated other comprehensive income/(loss)
(18,319)
(18,761)
Total IBM Stockholders’ Equity
24,026
22,533
Noncontrolling interests
77
80
Total Equity
24,103
22,613
Total Liabilities and Equity
$ 133,848
$ 135,241
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
CASH FLOW ANALYSIS
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
Trailing Twelve
Months Ended
June 30,
(Dollars in Millions)
2024
2023
2024
2023
2024
Net Cash from Operations per GAAP
$ 2,066
$ 2,638
$ 6,234
$ 6,412
$ 13,752
Less: change in IBM Financing receivables
(946)
50
951
2,028
156
Capital Expenditures, net
(399)
(487)
(761)
(944)
(1,305)
Free Cash Flow
2,612
2,101
4,522
3,441
12,292
Acquisitions
(153)
(334)
(235)
(356)
(4,961)
Divestitures
—
6
703
6
693
Dividends
(1,537)
(1,510)
(3,058)
(3,007)
(6,092)
Non-Financing Debt
(4,168)
(1,178)
1,076
8,514
(1,892)
Other (includes IBM Financing net receivables and debt)
(73)
(347)
(510)
(1,109)
(410)
Change in Cash, Cash Equivalents, Restricted Cash
and Short-term Marketable Securities
$ (3,318)
$ (1,263)
$ 2,497
$ 7,489
$ (370)
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
CASH FLOW
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(Dollars in Millions)
2024
2023
2024
2023
Net Income from Operations
$ 1,834
$ 1,583
$ 3,439
$ 2,511
Depreciation/Amortization of Intangibles (1)
1,155
1,076
2,287
2,150
Stock-based Compensation
316
288
636
556
Operating assets and liabilities/Other, net (2)
(293)
(359)
(1,079)
(832)
IBM Financing A/R
(946)
50
951
2,028
Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities
$ 2,066
$ 2,638
$ 6,234
$ 6,412
Capital Expenditures, net of payments & proceeds
(399)
(487)
(761)
(944)
Divestitures, net of cash transferred
–
6
703
6
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired
(153)
(334)
(235)
(356)
Marketable Securities / Other Investments, net
2,791
822
(1,679)
(6,659)
Net Cash Provided by/(Used in) Investing Activities
$ 2,239
$ 7
$ (1,971)
$ (7,953)
Debt, net of payments & proceeds
(2,900)
(1,135)
481
6,169
Dividends
(1,537)
(1,510)
(3,058)
(3,007)
Financing – Other
(78)
(86)
(61)
(185)
Net Cash Provided by/(Used in) Financing Activities
$ (4,515)
$ (2,731)
$ (2,638)
$ 2,978
Effect of Exchange Rate changes on Cash
(76)
(25)
(236)
(1)
Net Change in Cash, Cash Equivalents and Restricted Cash
$ (287)
$ (110)
$ 1,389
$ 1,436
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(1) Includes operating lease right-of-use assets amortization.
(2) Includes the reduction of tax reserves.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
GAAP NET INCOME TO ADJUSTED EBITDA RECONCILIATION
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(Dollars in Billions)
2024
2023
Yr/Yr
2024
2023
Yr/Yr
Net Income as reported (GAAP)
$ 1.8
$ 1.6
$ 0.3
$ 3.4
$ 2.5
$ 0.9
Less: Income/(loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
Income from continuing operations
1.8
1.6
0.2
3.4
2.5
0.9
Provision for/(Benefit from) income taxes from continuing ops.
0.4
0.4
0.0
(0.1)
0.5
(0.7)
Pre-tax income from continuing operations (GAAP)
2.2
2.0
0.2
3.3
3.1
0.2
Non-operating adjustments (before tax)
Acquisition-related charges (1)
0.5
0.4
0.1
1.0
0.8
0.2
Non-operating retirement-related costs/(income)
0.1
0.0
0.1
0.2
0.0
0.2
Operating (non-GAAP) pre-tax income from continuing ops.
2.8
2.4
0.4
4.4
3.8
0.6
Net interest expense
0.2
0.2
0.0
0.4
0.4
0.0
Depreciation/Amortization of non-acquired intangible assets
0.7
0.7
0.0
1.4
1.4
0.0
Stock-based compensation
0.3
0.3
0.0
0.6
0.6
0.1
Workforce rebalancing charges
0.0
0.1
(0.1)
0.4
0.4
0.0
Corporate (gains) and charges (2)
0.0
0.0
0.0
(0.2)
0.0
(0.2)
Adjusted EBITDA
$ 4.0
$ 3.7
$ 0.4
$ 7.1
$ 6.5
$ 0.5
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(1) Primarily consists of amortization of acquired intangible assets.
(2) Corporate (gains) and charges primarily consists of unique corporate actions such as gains on divestitures.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
SEGMENT DATA
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended June 30, 2024
(Dollars in Millions)
Software
Consulting
Infrastructure
Financing
Revenue
$ 6,739
$ 5,179
$ 3,645
$ 169
Segment Profit
$ 2,113
$ 463
$ 654
$ 77
Segment Profit Margin
31.3
%
8.9
%
17.9
%
45.3
%
Change YTY Revenue
7.1
%
(0.9)
%
0.7
%
(8.3)
%
Change YTY Revenue – Constant Currency
8.4
%
1.8
%
2.7
%
(6.6)
%
Three Months Ended June 30, 2023 (1)
(Dollars in Millions)
Software
Consulting
Infrastructure
Financing
Revenue
$ 6,294
$ 5,226
$ 3,618
$ 185
Segment Profit
$ 1,749
$ 483
$ 732
$ 64
Segment Profit Margin
27.8
%
9.2
%
20.2
%
34.8
%
____________________
(1) Recast to reflect January 2024 segment changes.
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
(Dollars in Millions)
Software
Consulting
Infrastructure
Financing
Revenue
$ 12,637
$ 10,365
$ 6,721
$ 362
Segment Profit
$ 3,612
$ 888
$ 965
$ 168
Segment Profit Margin
28.6
%
8.6
%
14.4
%
46.5
%
Change YTY Revenue
6.3
%
(0.6)
%
0.1
%
(4.9)
%
Change YTY Revenue – Constant Currency
7.2
%
1.8
%
1.5
%
(4.0)
%
Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 (1)
(Dollars in Millions)
Software
Consulting
Infrastructure
Financing
Revenue
$ 11,885
$ 10,423
$ 6,716
$ 380
Segment Profit
$ 3,128
$ 910
$ 1,039
$ 164
Segment Profit Margin
26.3
%
8.7
%
15.5
%
43.2
%
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(1) Recast to reflect January 2004 segment changes.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
U.S. GAAP TO OPERATING (Non-GAAP) RESULTS RECONCILIATION
(Unaudited; Dollars in millions except per share amounts)
Three Months Ended June 30, 2024
Continuing Operations
GAAP
Acquisition-
Related
Adjustments (1)
Retirement-
Related
Adjustments (2)
Tax
Reform
Impacts
Operating
(Non-GAAP)
Gross Profit
$ 8,950
$ 170
$ —
$ —
$ 9,120
Gross Profit Margin
56.8
%
1.1
pts
—
pts
—
pts
57.8
%
S,G&A
$ 4,938
$ (286)
$ —
$ —
$ 4,651
Other (Income) & Expense
(233)
(18)
(98)
—
(349)
Total Expense & Other (Income)
6,730
(304)
(98)
—
6,328
Pre-tax Income from Continuing Operations
2,219
474
98
—
2,792
Pre-tax Income Margin from Continuing
Operations
14.1
%
3.0
pts
0.6
pts
—
pts
17.7
%
Provision for/(Benefit from) Income Taxes (3)
$ 389
$ 113
$ 26
$ (12)
$ 516
Effective Tax Rate
17.5
%
1.1
pts
0.3
pts
(0.4)
pts
18.5
%
Income from Continuing Operations
$ 1,830
$ 362
$ 72
$ 12
$ 2,275
Income Margin from Continuing Operations
11.6
%
2.3
pts
0.5
pts
0.1
pts
14.4
%
Diluted Earnings Per Share: Continuing
Operations
$ 1.96
$ 0.39
$ 0.08
$ 0.01
$ 2.43
Three Months Ended June 30, 2023
Continuing Operations
GAAP
Acquisition-
Related
Adjustments (1)
Retirement-
Related
Adjustments (2)
Tax
Reform
Impacts
Operating
(Non-GAAP)
Gross Profit
$ 8,501
$ 150
$ —
$ —
$ 8,650
Gross Profit Margin
54.9
%
1.0
pts
—
pts
—
pts
55.9
%
S,G&A
$ 4,900
$ (245)
$ —
$ —
$ 4,655
Other (Income) & Expense
(261)
0
(1)
—
(262)
Total Expense & Other (Income)
6,501
(246)
(1)
—
6,254
Pre-tax Income from Continuing Operations
2,000
395
1
—
2,396
Pre-tax Income Margin from Continuing
Operations
12.9
%
2.6
pts
0.0
pts
—
pts
15.5
%
Provision for/(Benefit from) Income Taxes (3)
$ 419
$ 87
$ (3)
$ (110)
$ 393
Effective Tax Rate
21.0
%
0.2
pts
(0.2)
pts
(4.6)
pts
16.4
%
Income from Continuing Operations
$ 1,581
$ 308
$ 5
$ 110
$ 2,003
Income Margin from Continuing Operations
10.2
%
2.0
pts
0.0
pts
0.7
pts
12.9
%
Diluted Earnings Per Share: Continuing
Operations
$ 1.72
$ 0.34
$ 0.00
$ 0.12
$ 2.18
____________________
(1) Includes amortization of purchased intangible assets, in process R&D, transaction costs, applicable restructuring and related expenses, tax
charges related to acquisition integration and pre-closing charges, such as financing costs. 2024 also includes a loss of $18 million on foreign
exchange derivative contracts entered into by the company prior to the acquisition of StreamSets and webMethods from Software AG.
(2) Includes amortization of prior service costs, interest cost, expected return on plan assets, amortized actuarial gains/losses, the impacts of any plan
curtailments/settlements and pension insolvency costs and other costs.
(3) Tax impact on operating (non-GAAP) pre-tax income from continuing operations is calculated under the same accounting principles applied to the
As Reported pre-tax income under ASC 740, which employs an annual effective tax rate method to the results.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
U.S. GAAP TO OPERATING (Non-GAAP) RESULTS RECONCILIATION
(Unaudited; Dollars in millions except per share amounts)
Six Months Ended June 30, 2024
Continuing Operations
GAAP
Acquisition-
Related
Adjustments (1)
Retirement-
Related
Adjustments (2)
Tax
Reform
Impacts (3)
Operating
(Non-GAAP)
Gross Profit
$ 16,692
$ 341
$ —
$ —
$ 17,033
Gross Profit Margin
55.2
%
1.1
pts
—
pts
—
pts
56.3
%
S,G&A
$ 9,912
$ (554)
$ —
$ —
$ 9,358
Other (Income) & Expense
(550)
(68)
(194)
—
(812)
Total Expense & Other (Income)
13,399
(622)
(194)
—
12,584
Pre-tax Income from Continuing Operations
3,293
963
194
—
4,449
Pre-tax Income Margin from Continuing
Operations
10.9
%
3.2
pts
0.6
pts
—
pts
14.7
%
Provision for/(Benefit from) Income Taxes (4)
$ (112)
$ 255
$ 31
$ 436
$ 610
Effective Tax Rate
(3.4)
%
6.5
pts
0.9
pts
9.8
pts
13.7
%
Income from Continuing Operations
$ 3,405
$ 707
$ 163
$ (436)
$ 3,839
Income Margin from Continuing Operations
11.3
%
2.3
pts
0.5
pts
(1.4)
pts
12.7
%
Diluted Earnings Per Share: Continuing
Operations
$ 3.65
$ 0.76
$ 0.17
$ (0.47)
$ 4.11
Six Months Ended June 30, 2023
Continuing Operations
GAAP
Acquisition-
Related
Adjustments (1)
Retirement-
Related
Adjustments (2)
Tax
Reform
Impacts
Operating
(Non-GAAP)
Gross Profit
$ 16,010
$ 298
$ —
$ —
$ 16,308
Gross Profit Margin
53.9
%
1.0
pts
—
pts
—
pts
54.9
%
S,G&A
$ 9,754
$ (491)
$ —
$ —
$ 9,263
Other (Income) & Expense
(506)
(2)
4
—
(504)
Total Expense & Other (Income)
12,952
(493)
4
—
12,463
Pre-tax Income from Continuing Operations
3,058
791
(4)
—
3,845
Pre-tax Income Margin from Continuing
Operations
10.3
%
2.7
pts
0.0
pts
—
pts
12.9
%
Provision for/(Benefit from) Income Taxes (4)
$ 543
$ 178
$ (14)
$ (115)
$ 593
Effective Tax Rate
17.8
%
1.0
pts
(0.3)
pts
(3.0)
pts
15.4
%
Income from Continuing Operations
$ 2,515
$ 613
$ 10
$ 115
$ 3,252
Income Margin from Continuing Operations
8.5
%
2.1
pts
0.0
pts
0.4
pts
10.9
%
Diluted Earnings Per Share: Continuing
Operations
$ 2.74
$ 0.67
$ 0.01
$ 0.13
$ 3.54
____________________
(1) Includes amortization of purchased intangible assets, in process R&D, transaction costs, applicable restructuring and related expenses, tax
charges related to acquisition integration and pre-closing charges, such as financing costs. 2024 also includes a loss of $68 million on foreign
exchange derivative contracts entered into by the company prior to the acquisition of StreamSets and webMethods from Software AG.
(2) Includes amortization of prior service costs, interest cost, expected return on plan assets, amortized actuarial gains/losses, the impacts of any plan
curtailments/settlements and pension insolvency costs and other costs.
(3) 2024 includes a net benefit from discrete tax events.
(4) Tax impact on operating (non-GAAP) pre-tax income from continuing operations is calculated under the same accounting principles applied to the
As Reported pre-tax income under ASC 740, which employs an annual effective tax rate method to the results.
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS MACHINES CORPORATION
GAAP OPERATING CASH FLOW TO ADJUSTED EBITDA RECONCILIATION
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended
June 30,
Six Months Ended
June 30,
(Dollars in Billions)
2024
2023
2024
2023
Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities
$ 2.1
$ 2.6
$ 6.2
$ 6.4
Add:
Net interest expense
0.2
0.2
0.4
0.4
Provision for/(Benefit from) income taxes from continuing operations
0.4
0.4
(0.1)
0.5
Less change in:
Financing receivables
(0.9)
0.1
1.0
2.0
Other assets and liabilities/Other, net (1)
(0.4)
(0.5)
(1.5)
(1.2)
Adjusted EBITDA
$ 4.0
$ 3.7
$ 7.1
$ 6.5
____________________
(1) Other assets and liabilities/Other, net mainly consists of Operating assets and liabilities/Other, net in the Cash flow chart, workforce
rebalancing charges, non-operating impacts and corporate (gains) and charges.
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ABU DHABI, UAE, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) Group today announced that Morgan Stanley, a leading investment bank and financial services company, has joined the ADX as its first international investment bank Remote Trading Member — enabling Morgan Stanley’s clients to access the ADX directly.
This milestone strengthens ADX’s global connectivity and supports growing international institutional demand for exposure to UAE markets. It also reinforces its position as one of the world’s fastest-growing exchanges by market capitalization, while highlighting the market’s continued progress in depth, liquidity, and inclusion in major global indices.
Remote membership enables Morgan Stanley to provide its clients with direct market access to the ADX, with trading conducted via the firm’s global trading platform. The ADX continues to play a pivotal role in advancing Abu Dhabi’s long-term economic ambitions, as a mechanism for a diversified, innovation-led, knowledge-based economy.
Morgan Stanley’s direct trading access to ADX reflects the strength of Abu Dhabi’s investment proposition and the continued institutionalization of UAE capital markets. Morgan Stanley’s membership will enhance execution quality, optimize order routing, and provide greater control across the end-to-end trade lifecycle, delivering an advanced trading experience for global investors.
The structure follows a proven international access model used by Morgan Stanley and is designed to meet growing client demand for efficient, transparent, and seamless access to ADX-listed opportunities.
Abdulla Salem Alnuaimi, Group Chief Executive Officer of Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) Group, said: “This marks a significant step in advancing our ambition to be a leading financial marketplace that drives opportunity and sustainable economic growth. This momentum is reflected in the strong foreign investor participation, with trading value exceeding 85 billion dirhams in the first quarter of 2026 up by 22% year on year. This performance underscores the growing depth and global relevance of our market, while reinforcing our commitment to expanding international access, strengthening cross-border connectivity, and building a world-class market infrastructure that attracts global capital, supports a diverse range of issuers and contributes to Abu Dhabi’s long-term economic prosperity.”
Patrick Delivanis, Regional Co-Head of MENA at Morgan Stanley, said: “Becoming a Remote Trading Member of ADX reflects our focus on providing clients with efficient, seamless access to Abu Dhabi’s capital markets through our market–leading trading platform. We see continued momentum in the institutionalization and international participation of UAE markets, and we’re pleased to support that evolution by enabling international investors to access opportunities in MENA with direct connectivity to local markets, alongside greater transparency and control across the trading lifecycle.”
Morgan Stanley’s participation aligns with ADX’s strategy to strengthen international connectivity, with remote memberships selectively offered to global firms to attract high-quality cross-border liquidity. The announcement builds on the ADX’s expansion momentum: in 2025, foreign investment rose by nearly 14% and institutional trading increased by 10% year on year. Subject to final operational readiness, Morgan Stanley expects to begin trading as a remote member in the coming weeks.
About Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX)
The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) was established on 15 November 2000 pursuant to Local Law No. (3) of 2000, which granted the exchange legal rights with independent financial and administrative status, as well as the necessary supervisory and executive powers necessary to carry out its functions. On 17 March 2020, the ADX was converted from a public entity into a Public Joint Stock Company (PJSC) in accordance with Law No. (8) of 2020.
The ADX Group, a market infrastructure group comprising the exchange (ADX) and its post-trade ecosystem, including its wholly owned subsidiaries AD Depository and AD Clear, was established. Through its integrated and globally aligned business structure, the ADX Group supports efficient, transparent, and resilient capital markets across trading, clearing, settlement, and custody.
The Group provides an efficient and regulated marketplace for the trading of securities, including equities issued by public joint-stock companies, bonds issued by governments and corporations, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), and other financial instruments approved by the UAE Capital Market Authority.
The ADX is the second-largest exchange in the Arab region by market capitalization. Its strategy of delivering stable financial performance through diversified revenue streams is aligned with the UAE’s national development agenda, “Towards the Next 50”, which aims to build a sustainable, diversified, and high-value-added economy.
For more information, please contact:
Abdulrahman Saleh ALKhateeb
Manager of Corporate Communication
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX)
Mobile: +971 (50) 668 9733
Email: ALKhateebA@adx.ae
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Geotab integrates Polestar vehicles into its OEM telematics network
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Fleet operators across North America, Europe, and APAC can now access Polestar vehicle data directly in MyGeotab — no aftermarket hardware required.
LONDON, UK, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Geotab, a global leader in connected vehicle and asset management solutions, today announced the integration of Polestar vehicles into its OEM telematics network, giving commercial fleet operators seamless access to Polestar data within MyGeotab from day one — with no aftermarket hardware installation required. The integration is available globally across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, supporting all Polestar models.
Developed in collaboration with Geotab, among other telematics service providers, Polestar Fleet Telematics integrates directly into MyGeotab. The Geotab integration enables fleet managers to manage Polestar vehicles alongside all other makes and models on a single unified platform — without fitting additional devices.
Connected vehicle data where it matters most
Through Polestar Fleet Telematics, fleet operators gain near-real-time access to a comprehensive dataset — covering EV battery and charging status, location, tyre information, vehicle security, maintenance alerts, and climate data — flowing directly from Polestar’s connected vehicle architecture into MyGeotab, with no physical installation required.
This breadth of data enables fleet managers to move from reactive to proactive operations — scheduling maintenance before failures occur, optimising charge planning across depots, and maintaining duty-of-care oversight across the entire fleet.
Supporting Europe’s Mixed-Fleet Reality
OEM-embedded telematics removes the need for aftermarket device installation across mixed-manufacturer fleets, reducing logistical overhead and supporting compliance with works council and GDPR requirements — a critical consideration for European fleet operators.
“Polestar Fleet Telematics combines sustainability with intelligence, integrating seamlessly with Geotab to deliver these capabilities directly into the platforms fleet operators trust. Continuous data visibility enables more efficient and informed fleet operations, from day-to-day management to long-term planning. By leveraging Polestar vehicles’ embedded connectivity, fleet managers can make smarter, data-driven decisions — without adding hardware or complexity to their operations.” said Emma Knapp, Manager of Global Key Accounts at Polestar.
Polestar joins an OEM telematics network that already spans over 80% of leading global vehicle manufacturers by fleet market share, including BMW Group, Ford, Stellantis, Volkswagen Group, and Volvo Cars. For fleet operators already using MyGeotab, Polestar vehicles can be connected and deliver data without any additional hardware or installation.
“OEM-embedded telematics represents a change in how fleet data reaches the platform — and Polestar’s connected vehicle architecture makes this integration particularly well-suited for markets that are seriously considering transitioning to electric vehicles.” said Christoph Ludewig, Vice President OEM Global at Geotab. “Fleet operators managing mixed EV and internal combustion engine fleets no longer need separate tools or hardware for each vehicle type. Polestar data flows directly into MyGeotab alongside every other vehicle in the fleet — giving operators the consolidated visibility they need to drive efficiency, support duty of care, and manage their EV transition with confidence.”
Global Availability
The integration is available now across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, supporting all Polestar models. Fleet managers can activate the service via the Geotab Marketplace or by contacting their Geotab representative.
About Polestar
Polestar (Nasdaq: PSNY) is the Swedish electric performance car brand with a focus on uncompromised design and innovation, and the ambition to accelerate the change towards a sustainable future. Headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, its cars are available in 28 markets globally across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific.
Polestar has four models in its line-up: Polestar 2, Polestar 3, Polestar 4, and Polestar 5. Planned models include the Polestar 7 compact SUV (to be introduced in 2028) and the Polestar 6 roadster. With its vehicles currently manufactured on two continents, North America and Asia, Polestar plans to diversify its manufacturing footprint further, with production of Polestar 7 planned in Europe.
Polestar has an unwavering commitment to sustainability and has set an ambitious roadmap to reach its climate targets: halve greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 per-vehicle-sold and become climate-neutral across its value chain by 2040. Polestar’s comprehensive sustainability strategy covers the four areas of Climate, Transparency, Circularity, and Inclusion.
About Geotab
Geotab is a global leader in connected vehicle and asset management solutions, with headquarters in Oakville, Ontario and Atlanta, Georgia. Our mission is to make the world safer, more efficient, and sustainable. We leverage advanced data analytics and AI to transform fleet performance and operations, reducing cost and driving efficiency. Backed by top data scientists and engineers, we serve approximately 100,000 global customers, processing 100 billion data points daily from more than 5 million vehicle subscriptions. Geotab is trusted by Fortune 500 organisations, mid-sized fleets, and the largest public sector fleets in the world, including the US Federal government. Committed to data security and privacy, we hold FIPS 140-3 and FedRAMP authorisations. Our open platform, ecosystem of outstanding partners, and Geotab Marketplace deliver hundreds of fleet-ready third-party solutions. This year, we’re celebrating 25 years of innovation. Learn more at www.geotab.com/uk and follow us on LinkedIn or visit our blog.
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IDX Opens Geneva Office and Strengthens Global Data & Insights Capability
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LONDON, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — IDX today announced the opening of its new Geneva office and the integration of a specialist Data & Insights team, strengthening the company’s international footprint and expanding its ability to help clients worldwide build communications strategies grounded in evidence, market intelligence and audience insight.
The expansion gives IDX an on-the-ground presence in Switzerland while adding further depth to its Data & Insights capability. The Geneva-based team will work closely with IDX specialists across performance marketing and corporate communications, helping clients develop a clearer view of the markets they operate in and the forces shaping their growth.
The move aligns with Destination 250 – Customers First, IDX’s global strategy to grow its team by 250, focused on deepening client value, strengthening delivery and investing in the capabilities that matter most to clients.
The investment strengthens the Data pillar of IDX’s Connected Content™ model, which combines Creative, Data, Technology and Media to create what IDX calls The Multiplier Effect, helping clients multiply what matters through more connected, measurable and effective work.
“IDX is experiencing phenomenal growth, and our new Geneva office gives us boots on the ground to better serve clients across Europe and globally across performance marketing, investor relations and corporate communications,” said Crispin Beale, Worldwide CEO, IDX. “Data has been at the heart of this business for decades, and this centre of excellence reflects our continued investment in that capability. It’s an incredibly exciting time for IDX, and I look forward to the next phase of our growth as we continue to expand globally.”
“This is an exciting step in IDX’s growth story and a clear response to what clients are asking for: more evidence-based thinking, stronger market context and clearer rationale behind their communications strategies,” said Chris Corrigan, Chief Customer Growth Officer, IDX. “Our new presence in Geneva, combined with deeper Data & Insights expertise, strengthens the way we support clients globally, giving them earlier access to the insight and market context they need to make better-informed decisions and turn evidence into action.”
The Geneva office will strengthen relationships with existing clients in the region, support re-engagement with former partners and create new opportunities for IDX with organisations operating across European and global markets. It reflects IDX’s continued investment in the capabilities that matter most to clients as communications, marketing and corporate reputation work become increasingly data-led and commercially accountable.
“IDX’s integrated offer across insights, performance marketing and corporate communications, powered by the combination of human intelligence, advanced technology and AI, represents exactly where the industry is heading,” said Lonneke de Roo, Head of Data & Insights, IDX. “I am delighted to join the business and help clients navigate increasingly complex markets with clearer evidence, sharper insight and more connected strategies.”
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IDX is a global strategic communications and marketing agency, headquartered in London with offices around the world, including New York, London, Phoenix, Helsinki, Gothenburg, Geneva, and Vadodara. Working with more than 1,600 clients across sectors, IDX combines deep industry knowledge with a data-first mindset to help ambitious brands thrive in complex, fast-moving markets. The firm specialises in performance marketing, investor relations, and stakeholder engagement, delivering integrated campaigns that drive meaningful business outcomes. Visit www.idx.inc to learn more.
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