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This whale alert can help traders discover the next big trading opportunities.
Whales are entities with large sums of money and we track their transactions here at Benzinga on our options activity scanner.
Traders will search for circumstances when the market estimation of an option diverges heavily from its normal worth. High amounts of trading activity could push option prices to exaggerated or underestimated levels. 
Below are some instances of options activity happening in the Information Technology sector: 
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>MSTR</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/04/25</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
<td>$36.2K</td>
<td>2.5K</td>
<td>21.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AAPL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/04/25</td>
<td>$217.50</td>
<td>$29.6K</td>
<td>2.6K</td>
<td>9.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>WULF</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>04/11/25</td>
<td>$2.50</td>
<td>$31.5K</td>
<td>179</td>
<td>5.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>NVDA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$110.00</td>
<td>$137.9K</td>
<td>18.5K</td>
<td>5.1K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>CSCO</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>09/19/25</td>
<td>$52.50</td>
<td>$173.0K</td>
<td>2.7K</td>
<td>2.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ZS</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/18/26</td>
<td>$170.00</td>
<td>$2.8 million</td>
<td>11</td>
<td>1.9K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ORCL</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>NEUTRAL</td>
<td>08/15/25</td>
<td>$120.00</td>
<td>$35.1K</td>
<td>134</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IBM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$256.2K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
<td>568</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>MU</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$90.00</td>
<td>$128.6K</td>
<td>14.0K</td>
<td>522</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>STM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$39.6K</td>
<td>534</td>
<td>201</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• For MSTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSTR#NASDAQ">MSTR</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bullish, expiring in 1 day(s) on April 4, 2025. This event was a transfer of 100 contract(s) at a $270.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $36.2K, with a price of $363.0 per contract. There were 2550 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 21202 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding AAPL (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 1 day(s) on April 4, 2025. Parties traded 2281 contract(s) at a $217.50 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 36 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $29.6K, with a price of $13.0 per contract. There were 2608 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 9112 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding WULF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WULF#NASDAQ">WULF</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 8 day(s) on April 11, 2025. Parties traded 2240 contract(s) at a $2.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 22 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $31.5K, with a price of $14.0 per contract. There were 179 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 5198 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding NVDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 43 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 310 contract(s) at a $110.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 10 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $137.9K, with a price of $445.0 per contract. There were 18536 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 5103 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding CSCO (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSCO#NASDAQ">CSCO</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 169 day(s) on September 19, 2025. Parties traded 1000 contract(s) at a $52.50 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $173.0K, with a price of $173.0 per contract. There were 2747 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2051 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For ZS (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZS#NASDAQ">ZS</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bullish, expiring in 441 day(s) on June 18, 2026. This event was a transfer of 1336 contract(s) at a $170.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $2.8 million, with a price of $2145.0 per contract. There were 11 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1959 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ORCL (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>), we observe a call option sweep with neutral sentiment. It expires in 134 day(s) on August 15, 2025. Parties traded 14 contract(s) at a $120.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $35.1K, with a price of $2510.0 per contract. There were 134 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1283 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding IBM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 43 day(s) on May 16, 2025. Parties traded 350 contract(s) at a $230.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $256.2K, with a price of $731.0 per contract. There were 1151 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 568 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding MU (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 78 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 80 contract(s) at a $90.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 10 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $128.6K, with a price of $1607.0 per contract. There were 14050 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 522 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding STM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STM#NYSE">STM</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 288 day(s) on January 16, 2026. Parties traded 200 contract(s) at a $18.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $39.6K, with a price of $198.0 per contract. There were 534 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 201 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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10 Information Technology Stocks Whale Activity In Today's Session

Tech major International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) has <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/04/n44624326/ibm-enhances-enterprise-cloud-capabilities-in-canada-to-meet-local-clients-ai-and-data-needs" rel="noreferrer noopener">broadened its cloud offerings in Canada</a> with new innovations tailored to help organizations expand their artificial intelligence capabilities and adhere to regulatory standards.
The company has inaugurated its newest Cloud Multizone Region (MZR) in Montreal, providing Canadian enterprises with advanced cloud solutions.
This expanded infrastructure is designed to assist clients in navigating regulatory changes while integrating AI within a secure and scalable cloud environment.
The newly launched MZR in Montreal is a key component of IBM&#8217;s broader North American growth strategy, enabling organizations to implement AI-powered solutions while adhering to stringent data privacy and residency regulations.
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In addition to the Montreal expansion, IBM reported the availability of watsonx AI suite on IBM Cloud at the Toronto MZR. This initiative grants Canadian enterprises access to scalable AI tools, ensuring the security and dependability essential for enterprise use.
&#8220;With our latest advancements in&nbsp;Canada, we are extending IBM&#8217;s enterprise cloud platform and sovereign cloud capabilities to Canadian organizations in these sectors, helping them to address their local regulatory requirements, keeping data secured and maintain it in country,&#8221; said GM for IBM Cloud Product &amp; Industry Platforms, Rohit Badlaney.
The new IBM Cloud MZRs in Montreal and Toronto will facilitate businesses in tightly regulated industries, such as government and finance, to securely store and manage data within Canada to meet national privacy standards.
Organizations can utilize advanced generative AI models, including Llama-3-2-11b-vision-instruct and Granite-34b-code-instruct.
The MZRs facilitate an open hybrid cloud approach, allowing businesses to connect diverse IT environments while benefiting from open-source advancements.
Price Action: IBM shares traded lower by 0.74% at $248.14 at last check Thursday.
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IBM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 1.72% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 17.81%. Currently, IBM has a market capitalization of $229.50 billion. 
Buying $1000 In IBM: If an investor had bought $1000 of IBM stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $2,271.59 today based on a price of $247.50 for IBM at the time of writing.
<h3>IBM's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743603315_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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A cybersecurity analyst says his entire 80-person team is being <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/03/44505020/jack-dorsey-says-block-not-replacing-folks-with-ai-in-letter-explaining-900-job-cuts">laid off and replaced</a> by an artificial intelligence model they'd unknowingly been helping build.
In a viral Reddit <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/cybersecurity/comments/1jlb2yq/so_it_begins_me_and_the_other_79_in_my_team_are/">post</a> on r/cybersecurity, user northernlights wrote: &#8220;So it begins. Me and the other 79 in my team are being canned and replaced by an AI that it turns out we&#8217;ve been training for the past 2 years.&#8221;
The employee didn't name the company but said it was a major U.S. firm with roughly 300,000 workers. That detail sparked speculation among commenters, with guesses ranging from IBM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) to Citigroup (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/C#NYSE">C</a>) and JPMorgan Chase (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JPM#NYSE">JPM</a>). The original poster said they&#8217;d wait to receive their severance before &#8220;naming and shaming.&#8221;
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Others weren't surprised, saying automation in security operations centers was inevitable. But many questioned whether AI was anywhere near ready to take over critical cybersecurity roles.
&#8220;A lot can go wrong with any automated process,&#8221; wrote one commenter. &#8220;AI can turbocharge dumb decisions or aggressively amplify little errors into very big ones.&#8221;
Even those working with top-tier AI tools voiced doubt. &#8220;We are a long, long way (as an industry) from a place where AI can be trusted to handle a SOC role,&#8221; another added. &#8220;Any corporation [that] goes full AI SOC is going to have a real bad time.&#8221;
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Cheapening of Cybersecurity</h2>
The post also struck a nerve around a growing trend—<a href="https://in.benzinga.com/tech/25/03/44251055/cutting-costs-without-cutting-corners-via-ai-and-automation">cutting costs by cutting staf</a>f. &#8220;This is apparently the future of cybersecurity,&#8221; the original poster wrote. &#8220;I see a massive dumpster fire incoming as cybersecurity keeps getting cheapified.&#8221;
Several users echoed that sentiment, suggesting C-suite execs are being sold the idea that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/02/44009318/ai-investment-surges-as-investors-prioritize-efficiency-and-early-market-entry-says-insart-ceo">AI equals instant savings and efficiency</a>.
&#8220;This is the script the vendors use to get buy-in,&#8221; one said. &#8220;The C-suite knows it&#8217;s BS&#8230; they are only talking with the vendor because they can reduce headcount.&#8221;
While some argued that AI could free up staff to focus on more strategic roles, others called that a fantasy. &#8220;There is always some displacement when implementing efficiencies,&#8221; one Redditor wrote. &#8220;But if people are honest about it, it is usually the people [who] don't have either the right soft skills or technical acumen to be retrained for a higher level role.&#8221;
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&#8220;Been in the industry for ~20+ yrs and I am getting turned down for help desk positions,&#8221; one cybersecurity veteran replied. &#8220;Now going back to baseline and I can&#8217;t get a job. Explain that one.&#8221;
Others cited broken hiring systems and oversaturated entry-level markets. &#8220;There are thousands of us out here actively searching for work,&#8221; one user said. &#8220;We are all getting tossed through &#8216;The Great Filter.'&#8221;
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'Dumpster Fire'—Cybersecurity Analyst: 'My Team At A 300K-Employee Firm Being Replaced By An AI We've Been Secretly Training For 2 Years'

Investors with a lot of money to spend have taken a bullish stance on IBM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>).
And retail traders should know.
We noticed this today when the trades showed up on publicly available options history that we track here at Benzinga.
Whether these are institutions or just wealthy individuals, we don't know. But when something this big happens with IBM, it often means somebody knows something is about to happen.
So how do we know what these investors just did? 
Today, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga</a>'s options scanner spotted 47 uncommon options trades for IBM.
This isn't normal.
The overall sentiment of these big-money traders is split between 48% bullish and 34%, bearish.
Out of all of the special options we uncovered, 33 are puts, for a total amount of $2,704,034, and 14 are calls, for a total amount of $724,026.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Taking into account the Volume and Open Interest on these contracts, it appears that whales have been targeting a price range from $220.0 to $300.0 for IBM over the last 3 months. 
<h3>Insights into Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for IBM's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across IBM's significant trades, within a strike price range of $220.0 to $300.0, over the past month.
<h3>IBM 30-Day Option Volume &amp; Interest Snapshot</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743449455_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th align="right">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>IBM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$13.7</td>
<td>$13.65</td>
<td>$13.66</td>
<td>$245.00</td>
<td>$418.1K</td>
<td>5.2K</td>
<td align="right">548</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IBM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$4.45</td>
<td>$4.05</td>
<td>$4.06</td>
<td>$220.00</td>
<td>$204.9K</td>
<td>1.2K</td>
<td align="right">502</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IBM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>05/16/25</td>
<td>$7.05</td>
<td>$6.9</td>
<td>$7.03</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$175.7K</td>
<td>1.4K</td>
<td align="right">780</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IBM</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>06/20/25</td>
<td>$13.7</td>
<td>$13.65</td>
<td>$13.66</td>
<td>$245.00</td>
<td>$174.8K</td>
<td>5.2K</td>
<td align="right">686</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>IBM</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>04/04/25</td>
<td>$17.7</td>
<td>$17.25</td>
<td>$17.3</td>
<td>$230.00</td>
<td>$173.0K</td>
<td>23</td>
<td align="right">400</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About IBM</h3>
IBM looks to be a part of every aspect of an enterprise's IT needs. The company primarily sells software, IT services, consulting, and hardware. IBM operates in 175 countries and employs approximately 300,000 people. The company has a robust roster of business partners to service its clients, which include 95% of all Fortune 500 companies. Primary products include its mainframes, Red Hat software, transaction processing software, and IT consulting.
After a thorough review of the options trading surrounding IBM, we move to examine the company in more detail. This includes an assessment of its current market status and performance.
<h3>Present Market Standing of IBM</h3>
<ul>
<li>With a volume of 3,639,471, the price of IBM is up 1.6% at $247.9. </li>
<li>RSI indicators hint that the underlying stock is currently neutral between overbought and oversold.</li>
<li>Next earnings are expected to be released in 23 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Analysts Are Saying About IBM</h3>
Over the past month, 1 industry analysts have shared their insights on this stock, proposing an average target price of $265.0.
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IBM's Options: A Look at What the Big Money is Thinking

IBM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) has been analyzed by 14 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
Summarizing their recent assessments, the table below illustrates the evolving sentiments in the past 30 days and compares them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">8</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $249.14, a high estimate of $320.00, and a low estimate of $160.00. Surpassing the previous average price target of $234.15, the current average has increased by 6.4%.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1743429625_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
The standing of IBM among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Brent Thill</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$265.00</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Param Singh</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$320.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Essex</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$244.00</td>
<td>$233.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brent Thill</td>
<td>Jefferies</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
<td>$245.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Wamsi Mohan</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$270.00</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Keith Bachman</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$280.00</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Swanson</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$276.00</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Erik Woodring</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$228.00</td>
<td>$217.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Erik Woodring</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$217.00</td>
<td>$222.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Matthew Hedberg</td>
<td>RBC Capital</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Essex</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$233.00</td>
<td>$227.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Wamsi Mohan</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$260.00</td>
<td>$250.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>David Vogt</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$160.00</td>
<td>$150.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Toni Sacconaghi</td>
<td>Bernstein</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$215.00</td>
<td>$210.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to IBM. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of IBM compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
Understanding these analyst evaluations alongside key financial indicators can offer valuable insights into IBM's market standing. Stay informed and make well-considered decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Unveiling the Story Behind IBM</h2>
IBM looks to be a part of every aspect of an enterprise's IT needs. The company primarily sells software, IT services, consulting, and hardware. IBM operates in 175 countries and employs approximately 300,000 people. The company has a robust roster of business partners to service its clients, which include 95% of all Fortune 500 companies. Primary products include its mainframes, Red Hat software, transaction processing software, and IT consulting.
<h3>Breaking Down IBM's Financial Performance</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With a profound presence, the company's market capitalization is above industry averages. This reflects substantial size and strong market recognition.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining IBM's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 1.0% as of 31 December, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Information Technology sector.
Net Margin: IBM's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 16.6%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 11.26%, the company showcases effective utilization of equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): IBM's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 2.15%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: IBM's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 2.14. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
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Analyst Expectations For IBM's Future

Jefferies analyst Brent Thill maintains IBM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) with a Hold and lowers the price target from $270 to $265.

Price Target

Jefferies Maintains Hold on IBM, Lowers Price Target to $265

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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Energy's Power Play</h2>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Tech's Tough Quarter—But Some Shined</h2>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What's Next?</h2>
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Intrator also acknowledged that the size of deals with hyperscalers like Microsoft and OpenAI naturally skews revenue distribution.&nbsp;
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<h2>Explanation</h2>
These bullet-by-bullet explanations have been constructed using the accompanying table. 
• Regarding NVDA (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 3 day(s) on March 28, 2025. Parties traded 171 contract(s) at a $120.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $37.3K, with a price of $217.0 per contract. There were 82778 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 83484 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For PLTR (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>), we notice a call option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 3 day(s) on March 28, 2025. This event was a transfer of 205 contract(s) at a $97.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 20 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $36.6K, with a price of $179.0 per contract. There were 4212 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 16566 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For XRX (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XRX#NASDAQ">XRX</a>), we notice a put option trade that happens to be bearish, expiring in 661 day(s) on January 15, 2027. This event was a transfer of 15000 contract(s) at a $5.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $2.5 million, with a price of $170.0 per contract. There were 14865 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 15000 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding IBM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 87 day(s) on June 20, 2025. Parties traded 42 contract(s) at a $245.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 6 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $51.4K, with a price of $1225.0 per contract. There were 45 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 5606 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• For ORCL (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>), we notice a put option sweep that happens to be bearish, expiring in 3 day(s) on March 28, 2025. This event was a transfer of 720 contract(s) at a $150.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 37 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $46.8K, with a price of $65.0 per contract. There were 7631 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2675 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding DELL (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DELL#NYSE">DELL</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 3 day(s) on March 28, 2025. Parties traded 1540 contract(s) at a $97.00 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 27 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $129.3K, with a price of $84.0 per contract. There were 287 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 2054 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding QBTS (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QBTS#NYSE">QBTS</a>), we observe a put option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 31 day(s) on April 25, 2025. Parties traded 500 contract(s) at a $8.50 strike. This particular put needed to be split into 5 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $57.3K, with a price of $115.0 per contract. There were 535 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1812 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding APP (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/APP#NASDAQ">APP</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bearish sentiment. It expires in 3 day(s) on March 28, 2025. Parties traded 201 contract(s) at a $350.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 3 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $150.7K, with a price of $750.0 per contract. There were 3585 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1501 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding U (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/U#NYSE">U</a>), we observe a call option sweep with bullish sentiment. It expires in 143 day(s) on August 15, 2025. Parties traded 315 contract(s) at a $30.00 strike. This particular call needed to be split into 223 different trades to become filled. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $48.5K, with a price of $154.0 per contract. There were 1197 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1455 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
• Regarding ZM (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>), we observe a put option trade with bullish sentiment. It expires in 360 day(s) on March 20, 2026. Parties traded 1200 contract(s) at a $80.00 strike. The total cost received by the writing party (or parties) was $1.1 million, with a price of $988.0 per contract. There were 205 open contracts at this strike prior to today, and today 1200 contract(s) were bought and sold. 
Options Alert Terminology 
 - Call Contracts: The right to buy shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Put Contracts: The right to sell shares as indicated in the contract. 
 - Expiration Date: When the contract expires. One must act on the contract by this date if one wants to use it. 
 - Premium/Option Price: The price of the contract. 
For more information, visit our <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/blog/how-to-understand-option-alerts/">Guide to Understanding Options Alerts</a> or read <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/options">more news on unusual options activity</a>. 
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Wedbush analyst Daniel Ives discusses the benefits for software companies from the AI spending phase.
In recent weeks, the analyst has been tracking enterprise AI spending in 2025, focusing on use cases and identifying leading vendors. AI now makes up about 12% of many IT budgets, up from 10% in January, with some CIOs accelerating their AI strategies.
Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) chips and cloud providers are central to AI deployments, and for every $1 spent on Nvidia, there is an $8-$10 impact across the broader tech ecosystem.
Around 70% of companies have increased their AI budgets, signaling rapid tech spending despite economic uncertainties.
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The analyst has been tracking AI adoption across industries like financial services, healthcare, transportation, and manufacturing.
Many IT departments are focusing on large-scale AI deployments with Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), and Alphabet Inc&#8216;s Google (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>), targeting software-driven use cases.
While customers were still in the strategy phase in late 2024, there is a shift in recent weeks, with high-priority AI use cases now being rapidly implemented across various sectors in 2025. Amid the widespread buzz in the software industry about monetizing AI, a select group of companies is beginning to stand out from the crowd.
The software sector is poised for significant growth as the AI Revolution accelerates, with the adoption of generative AI and LLM models becoming key drivers.
The analyst sees Palantir Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>) and Salesforce Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>) as top software plays amid the AI Revolution for 2025, with other vendors like Oracle Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ORCL#NYSE">ORCL</a>), International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>), Snowflake Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNOW#NYSE">SNOW</a>), Elastic N.V. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ESTC#NYSE">ESTC</a>), MongoDB, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MDB#NASDAQ">MDB</a>) and Pegasystems Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEGA#NASDAQ">PEGA</a>) also well-positioned.
IBM&#8217;s cloud penetration has been particularly successful, presenting a major monetization opportunity. Despite investor skepticism, the analyst said the accelerating AI adoption in enterprises will benefit the software industry in 2025. The analyst also added IBM to the Wedbush Best Ideas List, reflecting higher confidence.
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Adobe Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ADBE#NASDAQ">ADBE</a>) just gave investors a masterclass in <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/artificial-intelligence">AI-driven growth</a> at its annual Summit and JPMorgan analyst Mark R. Murphy is taking note.
With a fresh disclosure of over $3.5 billion in ‘AI-influenced' annual recurring revenue (ARR) and an aggressive push into Agentic AI, Murphy remains firmly Overweight on the stock, eyeing a December 2025 price target of $540. That&#8217;s a juicy 38% upside from the price of $391.37.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">AI-Influenced Revenue Gets A Big Reveal</h2>
Adobe's AI ambitions aren't just flashy keynote material. The company revealed that AI is influencing over $3.5 billion in ARR as of FY24, spanning its suite of AI-powered tools like Firefly, Acrobat AI and premium Digital Experience offerings.
Adobe has also set its sights on doubling its AI-first standalone and add-on products to $250 million by the end of FY25. 
Investors looking for hard numbers on AI monetization just got them.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Agentic AI: Adobe's Next Big Move</h2>
The big AI reveal didn't stop at revenue. Adobe's new AEP Agent Orchestrator takes center stage in its Agentic AI play, giving marketers a suite of specialized AI agents to optimize websites, run experiments and scale content.
Partnerships with tech heavyweights like Amazon.com Inc&#8216;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>) Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>) and International Business Machines Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) make this a strategic, ecosystem-driven bet. 
Meanwhile, Adobe's Brand Concierge AI-powered solution promises a seamless, conversational buying experience for consumers. Simply put, Adobe isn't just riding the AI wave &#8211; it's building the board.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">One Adobe: Where Creativity Meets Marketing</h2>
Another key theme? 
The increasing convergence of creative and marketing workflows under Adobe's ‘One Adobe' strategy. The company reported a 100%+ year-over-year surge in joint creative and marketing deals, signaling that its unified approach is paying off. 
With new integrations like GenStudio Foundation bringing content creation and marketing analytics under one roof, Adobe is positioning itself as the go-to enterprise AI and content platform.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">ADBE's AI Bet Is Gaining Traction</h2>
With a rapid-fire pace of innovation and a clear AI monetization strategy, Adobe's stock is looking increasingly attractive. Murphy's 38% upside call is underpinned by the company's durable growth rates, expanding AI-driven revenue streams, and a best-in-class profitability structure. 
For investors looking for a stock riding the AI boom while maintaining solid fundamentals, Adobe just made a compelling case.
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Adobe's AI-Fueled Growth Could Power A 38% Upside - Here's Why JPMorgan Is Bullish

On Tuesday, NVIDIA Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) disclosed that it is establishing the NVIDIA Accelerated Quantum Research Center (NVAQC) in Boston to drive <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/g44384079/nvidia-to-build-accelerated-quantum-computing-research-center" rel="noreferrer noopener">advancements in quantum computing</a>.
The center will integrate quantum hardware with AI supercomputers, enabling accelerated quantum supercomputing. NVAQC aims to tackle key challenges like qubit noise and transform experimental quantum processors into practical solutions.
Apart from this, the company announced several collaborations with industry players.
The company, along with Alphabet Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) Google, unveiled new AI initiatives to expand access, accelerate development, and transform industries <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/g44383986/nvidia-alphabet-and-google-collaborate-on-the-future-of-agentic-and-physical-ai" rel="noreferrer noopener">like healthcare, manufacturing, and energy</a>.
Using NVIDIA Omniverse, Cosmos, and Isaac platforms, teams from Google DeepMind, Isomorphic Labs, Intrinsic, and X&#8217;s Tapestry will share key milestones at the NVIDIA GTC AI conference.
Additionally, Google Cloud will be among the first to adopt NVIDIA&#8217;s newly announced GB300 NVL72 rack-scale solution and RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition GPU to support AI research and production.
Apart from this, NVIDIA announced a collaboration with General Motors Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GM#NYSE">GM</a>) to develop next-generation vehicles, factories, and robots powered by AI,<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/g44382467/general-motors-and-nvidia-collaborate-on-ai-for-next-generation-vehicle-experience-and-manufacturi" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> simulation, and accelerated computing</a>.
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Also, NVIDIA partnered with GE HealthCare Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEHC#NASDAQ">GEHC</a>) to drive innovation in autonomous medical imaging, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/g44384002/nvidia-and-ge-healthcare-collaborate-to-advance-the-development-of-autonomous-diagnostic-imaging-w" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">focusing on X-ray and ultrasound technologies</a>.
By integrating AI, these systems will enhance automation in patient positioning, image scanning, and quality assessment, streamlining complex workflows in healthcare.
Additionally, NVIDIA disclosed a collaboration with International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/n44384548/ibm-taps-nvidia-ai-data-platform-technologies-to-accelerate-ai-at-scale" rel="noreferrer noopener">to enhance enterprise AI capabilities</a>.
IBM plans to integrate the NVIDIA AI Data Platform reference design to optimize generative AI workloads.
The company&#8217;s initiatives include content-aware storage for IBM Fusion, expanded watsonx integrations, and new IBM Consulting services with NVIDIA to accelerate AI innovation.
Also, CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRWD#NASDAQ">CRWD</a>) announced new AI-driven cybersecurity innovations using NVIDIA AI software, doubling detection triage speed while <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/b44384579/crowdstrike-collaborates-with-nvidia-to-advance-agentic-ai-in-cybersecurity-pioneer-testing-of-nvi" rel="noreferrer noopener">cutting compute resource usage by 50%</a>.
This collaboration enhances automation, real-time decision-making, and precision, setting a new standard for AI-powered security.
Meanwhile, KFC parent Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YUM#NYSE">YUM</a>) partnered with NVIDIA to <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/b44384739/yum-brands-to-accelerate-ai-innovation-in-an-industry-first-collaboration-with-nvidia" rel="noreferrer noopener">revolutionize AI in the restaurant industry</a>.
As NVIDIA&#8217;s first AI restaurant partner, Yum! will leverage cutting-edge AI technologies across its 61,000+ locations worldwide.
Additionally, NVIDIA revealed partnerships with T-Mobile, MITRE, Cisco, ODC (a Cerberus Capital Management portfolio company), and Booz Allen Hamilton to advance the research and development of AI-native wireless <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/g44382462/nvidia-and-telecom-industry-leaders-to-develop-ai-native-wireless-networks-for-6g" rel="noreferrer noopener">network hardware, software, and architecture for 6G</a>.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;GraniteShares 2x Short NVDA Daily ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVD#NASDAQ">NVD</a>) and EA Series Trust Strive U.S. Semiconductor ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHOC#NYSE">SHOC</a>).
Price Action: NVDA shares are up 1.45% at $117.10 premarket at the last check Wednesday.
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IBM And Finastra Unveiled Their Collaboration On An Enhanced Cloud-based Lending Managed Services Offering

IBM's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) short percent of float has risen 3.57% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 16.93 million shares sold short, which is 2.03% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.46 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>IBM Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1741969817_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for IBM has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing IBM's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, IBM's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 4.30%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Is IBM Gaining or Losing Market Support?

International Business Machines Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) shares<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/03/n44308571/ibm-and-basque-government-announce-plan-to-install-europes-first-ibm-quantum-system-two-at-the-ibm" rel="noreferrer noopener"> are trading lower on Thursday.</a>
The tech behemoth is making significant strides in the quantum computing field with plans to install Europe&#8217;s first IBM Quantum System Two at the IBM-Euskadi Quantum Computational Center in San Sebastian, Spain.
This quantum system, powered by the utility-scale 156-qubit IBM Quantum Heron processor, will be operational by the end of 2025.
According to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, IBM stock has gained over 23% in the past year. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;First Trust NASDAQ Technology Dividend Index Fund (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TDIV#NASDAQ">TDIV</a>) and&nbsp;iShares Trust iShares Blockchain and Tech ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBLC#NYSE">IBLC</a>).
Initially announced in 2023, the project has now been updated to include IBM&#8217;s most advanced modular quantum computer, Quantum System Two, instead of the previously planned IBM Quantum System One.
This new installation is set to drive advancements in physics, information science, and materials science, supporting researchers, developers, and industries across Europe.
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IBM Quantum System Two, powered by the IBM Quantum Heron processor, is designed to expand to multiple processors in the future.
It will enable the execution of utility-scale algorithms, surpassing classical simulation methods. This system has an ability to run up to 5,000 two-qubit gate operations.
The Basque Country government views the installation as a critical infrastructure investment for the region&#8217;s digital transformation, aiming to foster economic growth and innovation.
With this deployment, the region is set to become a global hub for quantum computing research and education, supporting the government&#8217;s IKUR 2030 vision to enhance sustainability and technology integration, according to a press release.
Price Action: IBM shares are trading lower by 2.59% to $243.16 at last check Thursday.
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IBM Brings Europe's First Quantum System Two To Spain: Details

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<li>IBM Quantum System Two to be powered by a utility-scale 156-qubit IBM Quantum Heron processor.</li>
<li>Installation of IBM Quantum System Two at the IBM-Euskadi Quantum Computational Center expected to be completed by the end of 2025.</li>
<li>Members of the IBM-Euskadi Quantum Computational Center intend to use IBM's most performant architecture to advance discovery and solutions in physics, information science, and materials science.</li>
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YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y., March 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ --&nbsp;The Basque Government, and IBM (NYSE:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ibm.com/investor">IBM</a>) today&nbsp;announced plans to install Europe's first IBM Quantum System Two at the IBM-Euskadi Quantum Computational Center on Ikerbasque Foundation's main campus in San Sebastian, Spain (Gipuzkoa, Spain). The deployment builds on the organizations' partnership, which began in <a href="https://newsroom.ibm.com/2023-03-24-IBM-and-Fundacion-Ikerbasque-partner-to-launch-groundbreaking-Quantum-Computational-Center">2023</a>&nbsp;as part of the BasQ initiative to further establish the Basque Country as a leading technology hub. Since the initial announcement, the parties have agreed to update the original plan to install an IBM Quantum System One, to now deploy IBM's most advanced modular quantum computer, IBM Quantum System Two, which is expected to be complete by the end of 2025.

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IBM To Deploy 156-Qubit Quantum System Two In Spain By End Of 2025 For Advancements In Physics And Material Science

IBM (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBM#NYSE">IBM</a>) CEO Arvind Krishna believes the future of artificial intelligence lies in smaller, faster, and vastly more energy-efficient models — and he says DeepSeek is a glimpse of what's ahead.
What Happened: Speaking at SXSW 2025, Krishna praised DeepSeek, a Chinese-developed AI model that shocked the industry with its small size and high performance.
While many large language models continue to grow in complexity and cost, Krishna said that kind of scale won't be sustainable — and change is coming.
"If a model is about one-tenth to one-fifteenth the size and equally effective, it is 1% of the energy cost," Krishna said. He added that within five years, "most of the models are going to be using 1% of the energy of what they're using today."
See Also: <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/03/44103985/74-of-deepseeks-output-mimics-openais-chatgpt-new-study-reveals-it-does-raise-questions-about-its-development">74% Of DeepSeek&#8217;s Output Mimics OpenAI&#8217;s ChatGPT, New Study Reveals: &#8216;It Does Raise Questions About Its Development&#8217;</a>
While DeepSeek's origins remain somewhat opaque, Krishna suggested it may have been built using a larger "teacher" model — but its efficiency nonetheless proves a broader point.
"We've been on this path ourselves for about two years now," he said, reinforcing IBM's focus on building smaller, distilled models that retain performance without the massive compute costs.
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Why It's Important: As generative AI continues to scale across industries, concerns over energy use and environmental impact are mounting.
Large models require enormous computing power, translating into high costs and carbon footprints. Krishna's prediction signals a major pivot toward leaner architectures that could democratize access to AI and reduce infrastructure burdens — a shift with wide-ranging implications for tech companies, governments, and the planet.
DeepSeek&#8217;s assertion that it developed its AI model at a significantly lower cost than its U.S. competitors contributed to Nvidia Corp <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/03/44201104/usa-targets-deepseek-weighs-restrictions-on-chinas-ai-firm-that-shook-nvidias-market-value-by-600-billion">shedding $600 billion in market value</a> in just one day.
The AI model also played a role in a broader $1 trillion market downturn.
Reports suggest that U.S. authorities are investigating DeepSeek for <a href="https://in.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/03/44201104/usa-targets-deepseek-weighs-restrictions-on-chinas-ai-firm-that-shook-nvidias-market-value-by-600-billion">potential violations of Nvidia chip</a> embargo regulations.
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