Discontinued — last reported Q4 '20
Non-Current Assets
Net Operating Loss Carryforwards
International Business Machines Net Operating Loss Carryforwards increased by 23.2% to $2.07B in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Over 2 years (FY 2023 to FY 2025), Net Operating Loss Carryforwards shows relatively stable performance with a -2.2% CAGR. This is a positive signal — higher values indicate stronger performance for this metric.
Analysis
StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionNon-Current Assets
CategoryLiquidity
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2015
Last reportedQ4 2020
How to read this metric
Higher values indicate significant past losses that may provide future tax relief, provided the company returns to profitability.
Detailed definition
These are tax assets representing historical losses that can be applied to reduce future taxable income. They provide a...
Peer comparison
Frequently monitored in turnaround situations or companies with volatile earnings histories.
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net_operating_loss_carryforwardsHistorical Data
3 periods
| Q4 '23 | Q4 '24 | Q4 '25 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Value | $2.16B | $1.68B | $2.07B |
| QoQ Change | — | -22.3% | +23.2% |
| YoY Change | — | -22.3% | +23.2% |
Range$1.68B – $2.16B
Avg YoY Growth+0.4%
Median YoY Growth+0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is International Business Machines's net operating loss carryforwards?
- International Business Machines (IBM) reported net operating loss carryforwards of $2.07B in Q4 2025.
- What is the long-term trend for International Business Machines's net operating loss carryforwards?
- Over 2 years (2023 to 2025), International Business Machines's net operating loss carryforwards has grown at a -2.2% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $2.16B to $2.07B.
- What does net operating loss carryforwards mean?
- Tax credits from past losses that can be used to lower future tax bills.