International Business Machines (NYSE:IBM) Stock Sold Off Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar

Representative Maria Elvira Salazar (Republican-Florida) recently sold shares of International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE:IBM). In a filing disclosed on September 09th, the Representative disclosed that they had sold between $1,001 and $15,000 in International Business Machines stock on August 24th. The trade occurred in the Representative’s “UBS BROKERAGE ACCOUNT” account.

Representative Maria Elvira Salazar also recently made the following trade(s):

• Purchased $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Moderna (NASDAQ:MRNA) on 8/19/2026.
• Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Qualcomm (NASDAQ:QCOM) on 8/19/2026.
• Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Moderna (NASDAQ:MRNA) on 8/19/2026.
• Purchased $15,001 – $50,000 in shares of Merck & Co., Inc. (NYSE:MRK) on 8/19/2026.
• Sold $15,001 – $50,000 in shares of Chubb (NYSE:CB) on 8/19/2026.
• Sold $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Qualcomm (NASDAQ:QCOM) on 8/12/2026.
• Purchased $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of SpaceX (NASDAQ:SPCX) on 8/12/2026.
• Purchased $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK.B) on 8/7/2026.
• Purchased $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK.B) on 7/28/2026.
• Purchased $15,001 – $50,000 in shares of Berkshire Hathaway (NYSE:BRK.B) on 7/28/2026.

International Business Machines Price Performance

Shares of IBM traded up $9.12 during midday trading on Friday, hitting $243.14. 4,911,897 shares of the company traded hands, compared to its average volume of 4,562,767. The stock has a market cap of $229.07 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 21.57, a PEG ratio of 2.23 and a beta of 0.71. The firm has a 50 day moving average of $236.88 and a 200-day moving average of $246.36. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.63, a quick ratio of 0.74 and a current ratio of 0.79. International Business Machines Corporation has a 52 week low of $199.19 and a 52 week high of $332.46.

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

International Business Machines Announces Dividend

The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Thursday, September 10th. Shareholders of record on Monday, August 10th were paid a $1.69 dividend. The ex-dividend date was Monday, August 10th. This represents a $6.76 annualized dividend and a yield of 2.8%. International Business Machines’s payout ratio is presently 59.98%.

Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades

IBM has been the subject of a number of research reports. KeyCorp downgraded International Business Machines to a “sector weight” rating in a research report on Tuesday, June 23rd. Sanford C. Bernstein restated a “market perform” rating on shares of International Business Machines in a research report on Thursday, July 16th. BMO Capital Markets lowered their price objective on shares of 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. Bank of America lifted their price objective on shares of International Business Machines from $315.00 to $330.00 and gave the stock a “buy” rating in a research note on Monday, July 6th. Finally, Argus reduced their target price on shares of International Business Machines from $360.00 to $280.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a report on Thursday, July 16th. Sixteen investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, eleven have assigned a Hold rating and one has given a Sell rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $265.90.

Trending Headlines about International Business Machines

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

• Positive Sentiment: Lunar AI partnership with NASA: IBM and NASA released the open-source Lunar Foundation Model, trained on decades of lunar observation data. The model reportedly outperformed widely used mapping methods by up to 23% in identifying features such as ice deposits, craters and volcanic formations. The announcement strengthens IBM’s profile in scientific AI, although near-term revenue is likely limited. IBM and NASA Release Open-Source AI Model to Support Lunar Exploration
• Positive Sentiment: Swiss quantum-computing hub: IBM and Lockheed Martin are establishing a quantum innovation hub at ETH Zurich through Switzerland’s defense-offset program. The Swiss National Supercomputing Centre is expected to host the country’s first IBM Quantum System Two, powered by IBM’s Nighthawk r2 processor and integrated with the Alps supercomputer. The arrangement could provide IBM with a government-supported, multi-year deployment while expanding access to researchers and businesses. Research will focus on quantum sensing, navigation and advanced materials. IBM and Lockheed Martin Announce Swiss Quantum Innovation Hub
• Neutral Sentiment: Analyst coverage continues to frame IBM as a diversified way to gain exposure to enterprise AI, hybrid cloud and quantum computing. However, the announcements are primarily strategic and research-oriented, so their effect on revenue and earnings may take years to materialize.
• Negative Sentiment: IBM recently underperformed the broader market, while a shareholder-rights law firm announced an investigation tied to management’s prior preview of weak second-quarter 2026 results. The investigation is not an allegation of wrongdoing, but it adds headline and legal risk. IBM Shareholder Investigation

Institutional Trading of International Business Machines

Several institutional investors have recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Basepoint Wealth LLC purchased a new position in International Business Machines during the 4th quarter valued at $25,000. Portus Wealth Advisors LLC purchased a new stake in International Business Machines in the first quarter worth $26,000. Harborfront Financial Group LLC bought a new stake in shares of International Business Machines during the second quarter worth $27,000. Cornerstone Financial Management LLC bought a new stake in shares of International Business Machines during the fourth quarter worth $28,000. Finally, Hara Capital LLC purchased a new stake in shares of International Business Machines during the second quarter valued at $28,000. Institutional investors own 58.96% of the company’s stock.

Insider Buying and Selling

In related news, SVP Robert Thomas sold 25,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated 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 transaction, the senior vice president owned 47,800 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $11,009,296. This trade represents a 34.34% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is accessible through the SEC website. 0.27% of the stock is owned by corporate insiders.

About Representative Salazar

Maria Elvira Salazar (Republican Party) is a member of the U.S. House, representing Florida’s 27th Congressional District. She assumed office on January 3, 2021. Her current term ends on January 3, 2027.

Salazar (Republican Party) ran for re-election to the U.S. House to represent Florida’s 27th Congressional District. She won in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Maria Elvira Salazar was born in Miami, Florida, and lives in Coral Gables, Florida. Salazar earned an undergraduate degree from the University of Miami in 1983 and a graduate degree from Harvard University in 1995. Her career experience includes working as a television journalist, reporter, and news anchor.

About International Business Machines

International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) is a global technology and consulting company that provides enterprise-focused hardware, software and services. Its offerings include hybrid cloud solutions, artificial intelligence, data and automation software, cybersecurity tools, IT infrastructure and technology consulting.

IBM develops and supports enterprise systems such as IBM Z mainframes, Power servers and storage products. Its software portfolio includes Red Hat hybrid cloud technologies, the watsonx platform for artificial intelligence and data management, application integration tools and cybersecurity solutions.