IBM Reports Strong Q4 Earnings, Tops Expectations

ARMONK, N.Y. - International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) reported strong financial results for the fourth quarter, exceeding Wall Street estimates.

Key Metrics

* Net income: $2.92 billion, or $3.09 per share
* Adjusted earnings per share: $3.92
* Revenue: $17.55 billion

Analyst Expectations

* Earnings per share: $3.73 (per Zacks Investment Research)
* Revenue: $17.56 billion (per Zacks)

Annual Performance

* Net income: $6.02 billion
* Earnings per share: $6.43
* Revenue: $62.75 billion

IBM's results underscore the company's continued strength in technology and consulting services. While revenue slightly missed forecasts, the company's earnings significantly surpassed expectations.

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