Equity
Share Repurchase Authorization Limit
International Business Machines Share Repurchase Authorization Limit remained flat by 0.0% to $2.01B in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Over 2 years (FY 2023 to FY 2025), Share Repurchase Authorization Limit shows relatively stable performance with a 0.0% CAGR. This decline may warrant attention — for this metric, higher values are generally preferred.
Analysis
StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionEquity
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2023
Last reportedQ4 2025Feb 24, 2026
How to read this metric
Higher limits suggest strong cash flow and management's belief that the stock is undervalued.
Detailed definition
This is the maximum dollar value or share count authorized by the Board of Directors for the repurchase of the company's...
Peer comparison
Common among mature, cash-generative companies seeking to optimize their capital structure.
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share_repurchase_authorization_limitHistorical Data
3 periods
| Q4 '23 | Q4 '24 | Q4 '25 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Value | $2.01B | $2.01B | $2.01B |
| QoQ Change | — | +0.0% | +0.0% |
| YoY Change | — | +0.0% | +0.0% |
Range$2.01B – $2.01B
Avg YoY Growth+0.0%
Median YoY Growth+0.0%
Current Streak2+ quarters growth
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is International Business Machines's share repurchase authorization limit?
- International Business Machines (IBM) reported share repurchase authorization limit of $2.01B in Q4 2025.
- What is the long-term trend for International Business Machines's share repurchase authorization limit?
- Over 2 years (2023 to 2025), International Business Machines's share repurchase authorization limit has grown at a 0.0% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $2.01B to $2.01B.
- What does share repurchase authorization limit mean?
- The maximum amount the company is allowed to spend on buying back its own stock.