IBM Surpasses Q2 Earnings Estimates on Solid Demand Trends

Core Insights - IBM reported strong second-quarter 2025 results, with adjusted earnings and revenues exceeding Zacks Consensus Estimates [1][2] Financial Performance - Net income on a GAAP basis was $2.19 billion or $2.31 per share, up from $1.83 billion or $1.96 per share in the prior year, driven by top-line growth [3] - Non-GAAP net income from continuing operations was $2.80 per share, compared to $2.43 in the prior-year quarter, beating the consensus estimate by 16 cents [3] - Total revenues increased to $16.98 billion from $15.77 billion, with a 5% year-over-year growth on a constant currency basis, surpassing the consensus estimate of $16.58 billion [4] Segment Performance - Software segment revenues rose to $7.39 billion from $6.74 billion, with notable growth in Hybrid Cloud (up 16%), Automation (16%), and Data (9%), although it missed the estimate of $7.52 billion [6] - Consulting segment revenues were $5.31 billion, up from $5.18 billion, exceeding the estimate of $5.17 billion, with segment profit improving to $562 million [7] - Infrastructure segment revenues increased to $4.14 billion from $3.64 billion, with segment profit rising to $965 million, reflecting strong demand for hybrid and distributed infrastructure [8] Cash Flow and Liquidity - IBM generated $1.7 billion in cash from operations, down from $2.07 billion in the prior year, with free cash flow at $2.84 billion, up from $2.61 billion [11] - As of June 30, 2025, the company had $11.94 billion in cash and cash equivalents against $55.22 billion of long-term debt [11] Outlook - For 2025, IBM expects at least 5% revenue growth on a constant currency basis, driven by a strong portfolio mix and productivity initiatives, with free cash flow projected around $13.5 billion [12]