Operating
Change in receivables
International Business Machines Change in receivables remained flat by 0.0% to $1.07B in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 1043.9%, from $93.50M to $1.07B. Over 4 years (FY 2021 to FY 2025), Change in receivables shows an upward trend with a 32.9% CAGR. This is a positive signal — lower values indicate better performance for this metric.
Analysis
StatementCash Flow Statement
SectionOperating
CategoryLiquidity
SignalLower is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ4 2025Feb 24, 2026
How to read this metric
An increase represents a use of cash, while a decrease represents a source of cash from improved collections.
Detailed definition
This metric tracks the net change in accounts and other receivables during the reporting period, reflecting the differen...
Peer comparison
Highly dependent on industry payment cycles; energy companies often see fluctuations based on seasonal demand and contract terms.
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change_in_receivablesHistorical Data
5 years
| FY'21 | FY'22 | FY'23 | FY'24 | FY'25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Value | -$1.37B | $539.00M | -$725.00M | $374.00M | $4.28B |
| YoY Change | — | +139.3% | -234.5% | +151.6% | >999% |
Range-$1.37B – $4.28B
CAGR+32.9%
Avg YoY Growth+275.1%
Median YoY Growth+145.4%
Current Streak2 years growth
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is International Business Machines's change in receivables?
- International Business Machines (IBM) reported change in receivables of $1.07B in Q4 2025.
- How has International Business Machines's change in receivables changed year-over-year?
- International Business Machines's change in receivables increased by 1043.9% year-over-year, from $93.50M to $1.07B.
- What is the long-term trend for International Business Machines's change in receivables?
- Over 4 years (2021 to 2025), International Business Machines's change in receivables has grown at a 32.9% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from -$1.37B to $4.28B.
- What does change in receivables mean?
- The net change in the amount of money owed to the company by customers and other parties.