IBM has maintained its dividend increase streak for 31 years, but the company behind the payouts has changed significantly. While software now makes up nearly 45% of IBM's revenue with steady recurring income, growth is modest and raises are minimal, often just a penny at a time. The company balances dividend payments with heavy spending on acquisitions and quantum computing investments, leading to rising debt and reduced cash reserves. IBM's free cash flow still covers dividends, but investors should watch upcoming earnings and free cash flow growth to gauge sustainability.
IBM's dividend streak of 31 years is notable context for readers. For those following US technology stocks, here is Pluang's market snapshot as of Sep 28, 2026 01:01 WIB: Among 150 priced Technology-sector US stocks tradable on Pluang, 66 rose and 82 fell today. Notable movers include CRDO (Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd) up 7.65% at USD 210.97 with a typical hold time of 21 days, AEHR (Aehr Test Systems) up 7.15% at USD 104.39 with a 14-day hold, and FSLY (Fastly Inc) down 6.45% at USD 24.96 with a 26-day hold.
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