Archive · 24 Jul 2026
IBM Shares Drop Amid AI Concerns
IBM's shares dropped a lot because the company didn't make as much money as people expected.
The CEO, Arvind Krishna, said that only a tiny part of IBM's software could be replaced by AI.
He thinks AI will actually help IBM grow, especially in the infrastructure part.
However, some software, like the one used by Starbucks, might be at risk.
IBM is also dealing with customers delaying big spending on servers and other equipment.
Despite the drop, Krishna is hopeful that many of the delayed deals will close soon.
IBM's shares dropped significantly due to missed earnings expectations and AI concerns.
CEO Arvind Krishna believes only 2% of IBM's software could be replaced by AI.
IBM's software business generates three times more revenue than its mainframe business.
IBM projects software revenue growth of 6% to 8% for the year, lower than previously forecast.
Krishna is optimistic about closing postponed deals and sees no signs of customers abandoning mainframe systems.
- Who
- IBM, CEO Arvind Krishna, CFO Jim Kavanaugh
- What
- IBM's shares dropped significantly due to AI concerns and missed earnings expectations.
- When
- Recent earnings report and investor updates.
- Where
- Global tech market.
- Why
- Concerns about AI's impact on IBM's software business and delayed spending by customers.
AI as a Threat
AI as an Opportunity
Impact on Software Business
AI as a Threat
AI tools like Claude Cowork could disrupt IBM's software business, leading to significant revenue losses.
AI as an Opportunity
AI can act as a growth driver for IBM, particularly in infrastructure software.
Investment Priorities
AI as a Threat
Investors are concerned about the impact of AI on the SaaS sector and IBM's software revenue.
AI as an Opportunity
IBM believes AI will drive growth and is optimistic about closing postponed deals.
- Revenue
- $17.2 billion
- Gross Profit
- $9.9 billion
- Market Capitalization Loss
- Over $70 billion
- Software Revenue Growth Projection
- 6% to 8%
- Percentage of Software Replaceable by AI
- 2%
- Example of At-Risk Software
- Tririga lease management software
- Year-to-Date Share Loss
- Nearly 30%
- Steepest Single-Day Drop
- 25%