IBM Revenue Slips for 19th Quarter

The transcript discusses IBM's financial challenges, including shrinking revenues and profits over several quarters. It highlights IBM's strategic shift towards high-growth sectors like AI and cloud computing, aiming to increase profitability. Despite significant investments and acquisitions, IBM faces competition in the cloud market, where it ranks third. The discussion also touches on IBM's efforts to maintain shareholder satisfaction and its potential for future growth.

What was the primary reason for IBM's shrinking earnings per share?

• Rising operational costs

• Share buybacks

• Decreased market demand

• Increased competition

Which sectors is IBM focusing on to become more profitable?

• Healthcare and Education

• Artificial Intelligence and Software

• Retail and Manufacturing

• Finance and Real Estate

What percentage of IBM's revenue comes from high-growth areas as of the discussion?

• 60%

• 25%

• 41%

• 10%

How does IBM's transition compare to another major tech company?

• Amazon

• Microsoft

• Google

• Apple

What financial strategy has IBM employed to reposition itself in the market?

• Increasing marketing spend

• Reducing workforce

• Expanding retail presence

• Acquisitions and share buybacks

In which market is IBM ranked number three?

• Social Media

• AI

• E-commerce

• Cloud

What is IBM's position in the AI market according to the discussion?

• Number one

• Number three

• Number four

• Number two