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International Business Machines Corp. (NYSE:IBM)

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Total Asset Turnover
since 2005

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Calculation

International Business Machines Corp., total asset turnover, long-term trends, calculation

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).

1 US$ in millions

Revenue Trends
Revenue demonstrated fluctuations over the analyzed period, peaking in 2008 at approximately $103.6 billion. Between 2005 and 2008, revenue generally increased, followed by a decline in 2009. Post-2009, revenue showed a generally downward trajectory with some minor variations, declining from around $99.8 billion in 2010 to approximately $62.8 billion by 2024. This pattern indicates a gradual reduction in top-line performance after the initial peak, with no significant recovery to earlier highs.
Total Assets Trends
Total assets exhibited an overall upward trend with some volatility. Starting at about $105.7 billion in 2005, total assets increased steadily with a notable rise from 2018 to 2020, reaching the highest point of approximately $156 billion in 2020. Following this peak, total assets decreased somewhat but remained elevated compared to the beginning of the period, stabilizing around $137 billion by 2024. This suggests capital expansion and asset accumulation over time, with some contraction or revaluation in recent years.
Total Asset Turnover Ratio Trends
The total asset turnover ratio, which measures efficiency in using assets to generate revenue, exhibited a clear declining trend over the period. The ratio was highest in 2008 at 0.95, indicating relatively efficient use of assets at that time. Following 2008, the ratio steadily declined, falling below 0.5 by 2019 and stabilizing around 0.46 through to 2024. This consistent decrease implies a declining efficiency in asset utilization, with the company generating less revenue per dollar of assets over time.
Overall Analysis
The financial data indicates a scenario where the firm expanded its asset base considerably while experiencing declining revenue and diminishing asset utilization efficiency. The peak in revenue and asset turnover around 2008 preceded a period of decline and stabilization at lower levels. The increasing asset base coupled with decreasing turnover ratio might suggest challenges in converting investments into proportionate revenue growth. This trend may point to strategic or operational shifts affecting productivity or market conditions impacting sales despite increased assets.

Comparison to Competitors

International Business Machines Corp., total asset turnover, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).


Comparison to Sector (Software & Services)

International Business Machines Corp., total asset turnover, long-term trends, comparison to sector (software & services)

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).


Comparison to Industry (Information Technology)

International Business Machines Corp., total asset turnover, long-term trends, comparison to industry (information technology)

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).