TB Alternative Assets Ltd. Makes New $567,000 Investment in International Business Machines Corporation $IBM

TB Alternative Assets Ltd. purchased a new position in shares of International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE:IBM) in the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund purchased 2,577 shares of the technology company’s stock, valued at approximately $567,000. International Business Machines comprises approximately 0.1% of TB Alternative Assets Ltd.’s holdings, making the stock its 28th biggest position.

Several other institutional investors and hedge funds have also made changes to their positions in IBM. Harborfront Financial Group LLC purchased a new position in International Business Machines during the 2nd quarter valued at about $27,000. Hara Capital LLC acquired a new position in International Business Machines during the second quarter worth about $28,000. Bare Financial Services Inc lifted its holdings in shares of International Business Machines by 114.6% in the second quarter. Bare Financial Services Inc now owns 103 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $29,000 after purchasing an additional 55 shares in the last quarter. Portus Wealth Advisors LLC purchased a new stake in shares of International Business Machines in the first quarter valued at about $26,000. Finally, Caitlin John LLC purchased a new stake in shares of International Business Machines in the second quarter valued at about $35,000. 58.96% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

Wall Street Analyst Weigh In

IBM has been the topic of several research reports. Barclays lowered their price target on shares of International Business Machines from $288.00 to $262.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a research report on Thursday, July 23rd. Oppenheimer downgraded International Business Machines from an “outperform” rating to a “market perform” rating in a research report on Wednesday, July 15th. HSBC reduced their target price on International Business Machines from $175.00 to $174.00 in a research note on Friday, July 24th. Citigroup lowered their target price on International Business Machines from $255.00 to $245.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a report on Friday, July 24th. Finally, BMO Capital Markets dropped their price target on International Business Machines from $270.00 to $230.00 and set a “market perform” rating for the company in a research report on Thursday, July 23rd. Nineteen research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, twelve have assigned a Hold rating and two have assigned a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the stock has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $254.96.

Key Headlines Impacting International Business Machines

Here are the key news stories impacting International Business Machines this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Potential earnings beat: Bank of America expects IBM to modestly exceed third-quarter estimates, while maintaining its 2026 outlook. The bank reiterated a “buy” rating and $280 price target, citing higher-margin software growth, improving profitability and strong free cash flow. IBM poised for modest third-quarter beat, says Bank of America
• Positive Sentiment: Analyst support: Morgan Stanley raised its IBM price target from $190 to $238, although it retained an “equal weight” rating. Royal Bank of Canada also reaffirmed its “outperform” rating, providing additional support ahead of earnings.
• Positive Sentiment: Semiconductor research collaboration: IBM and Siemens are working together to advance IBM’s nanostack transistor architecture. Siemens will contribute electronic-design automation, process simulation and manufacturing expertise, potentially strengthening IBM’s long-term semiconductor and technology prospects. IBM and Siemens Collaborate on Research to Advance Nanostack Architecture
• Neutral Sentiment: AI governance demand: IBM reported that 80% of surveyed EMEA executives had escalated an AI-related incident to their board or C-suite. The findings highlight a growing need for AI governance, cybersecurity and compliance services, but also show that many organizations are not yet prepared for autonomous AI agents. IBM Study on AI Incidents and Governance
• Negative Sentiment: Dividend and balance-sheet concerns: IBM’s century-long record of annual dividend increases is being tested by token-sized raises, rising debt and concerns that shareholder payouts could compete with funding for AI investments. IBM Dividend and Debt Concerns
• Negative Sentiment: Cash-flow quality and execution risks: Analysts note that much of IBM’s first-half operating-cash-flow improvement came from movements in financing receivables rather than clearly sustainable growth. Investors also remain focused on competition, margin pressure and whether AI and hybrid-cloud expansion can justify IBM’s premium valuation.

Insider Transactions at International Business Machines

In related news, SVP Robert Thomas sold 25,000 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, August 26th. The shares were sold at an average price of $230.32, for a total value of $5,758,000.00. Following the completion of the sale, the senior vice president directly owned 47,800 shares in the company, valued at approximately $11,009,296. The trade was a 34.34% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through the SEC website. Insiders own 0.27% of the company’s stock.

International Business Machines Stock Performance

NYSE IBM opened at $234.04 on Friday. The business’s 50-day moving average price is $232.08 and its 200 day moving average price is $243.66. The company has a current ratio of 0.79, a quick ratio of 0.74 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.63. International Business Machines Corporation has a twelve month low of $199.19 and a twelve month high of $332.46. The company has a market capitalization of $220.50 billion, a PE ratio of 20.77, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.17 and a beta of 0.73.

International Business Machines (NYSE:IBM) last posted its quarterly earnings results on Wednesday, July 22nd. The technology company reported $2.93 EPS for the quarter, meeting the consensus estimate of $2.93. International Business Machines had a return on equity of 35.65% and a net margin of 15.52%. The company had revenue of $17.16 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $17.46 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the business earned $2.80 EPS. The firm’s revenue was up 1.1% on a year-over-year basis. On average, research analysts predict that International Business Machines Corporation will post 12.33 earnings per share for the current year.

International Business Machines Announces Dividend

The business also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Thursday, September 10th. Investors of record on Monday, August 10th were given a $1.69 dividend. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Monday, August 10th. This represents a $6.76 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 2.9%. International Business Machines’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 59.98%.

About International Business Machines

International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE:IBM), commonly known as IBM, is a global technology company that provides hybrid cloud, artificial intelligence, software, consulting and infrastructure solutions. Its offerings help businesses and government organizations manage data, modernize applications, automate processes and improve cybersecurity.

IBM’s portfolio includes the Red Hat hybrid cloud platform, the watsonx suite of artificial intelligence and data tools, consulting services, and enterprise software for areas such as automation, application management, security and asset management.