IBM Stock 12 Month Analyst Forecast
Eps Overview
Growth Next 5yrs
8.1%
Last Quarter
$1.91
Past Year
$11.15
Growth Past 5yrs
12.36%
Next Quarter
$1.83
Estimate Next Year
$4.68
Consensus Rating
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Consensus Price Target
Highest Price Target
$370.00
59.96% Upside
Mean Price Target
$302.22
30.65% Upside
Lowest Price Target
$195.00
-15.7% Downside
Recent Analyst Ratings
Upgrades, Downgrades, New Coverage
Last Updated On May 07, 2026
Actual EPS vs Estimated EPS
IBM Earnings Per Share (EPS) History
According to financial reports, IBM (NYSE: IBM) reported an actual EPS of $1.91 for the quarter ending on Apr 22, 2026, compared to an estimated $1.81, resulting in a 5.52% surprise. In the prior quarter (Jan 28, 2026), IBM recorded an actual EPS of $4.52 with a 4.87% surprise. See IBM's full earnings history.
Earnings History
EPS Surprise Factor Analysis
IBM has experienced notable EPS surprises, with the latest quarter ending Apr 22, 2026 showing a 5.52% beat. Previously, the quarter ending Jan 28, 2026 recorded a 4.87% beat. An EPS surprise factor indicates how much actual earnings deviate from analyst forecasts.
| Report Date | Actual | Forecast | Surprise Factor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 22, 2026 | 1.91 | 1.81 | +5.52% |
| Jan 28, 2026 | 4.52 | 4.31 | +4.87% |
| Oct 22, 2025 | 2.65 | 2.45 | +8.16% |
| Jul 23, 2025 | 2.8 | 2.65 | +5.66% |
| Apr 23, 2025 | 1.6 | 1.42 | +12.68% |
| Jan 29, 2025 | 3.92 | 3.77 | +3.98% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is IBM stock getting favorable reviews from Wall Street analysts?
Brokerage firms have given IBM stock an average recommendation of
Buy. 51 analysts have given their ratings
to IBM out of which
18 analysts have given strong buy call,
13 analysts have given buy call,
16 analysts rate it hold,
0 analysts advocate strong sell call, and
4 analysts has given sell rating. The average target price of
$302.22 gives the stock implied upside
of roughly 30.65% over the next year or so.
What have analysts suggested for IBM highest price target?
Analysts suggest IBM's stock price would rise to a high of $370.00.
What is the lowest price target analysts expect for IBM over the next year?
Within the next 12 months, analysts predict the IBM stock price could move to $195.00.
What is the average target price for IBM?
IBM stock has an average analyst estimate of $302.22.
At its current price, how far is IBM from its average target price?
IBM shares are currently trading 30.65% above this price target.
What were IBM’s actual earnings per share for the recent quarter?
Its quarterly earnings per share (EPS) came in at $1.91 versus consensus estimates of $1.81, and above the comparable year-ago quarter’s EPS of $1.60.
What are the current estimates for quarterly and annual earnings per share?
IBM's forecasts by analysts estimating quarterly EPS at $1.83 and $4.68 for the whole year.
What has IBM's growth been in the past five years and what is expected in the next five years?
The analysts have projected 8.1% EPS growth for IBM in the next five years, compared to growth rates of 12.36% in the past five years.