Business Segments · Depreciation/amortization of intangibles
Software — Depreciation/amortization of intangibles
International Business Machines Software — Depreciation/amortization of intangibles increased by 10.7% to $134.00M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter.
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryEfficiency
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2025
Last reportedQ1 2026
How to read this metric
High levels often reflect recent M&A activity, while stable levels suggest a mature portfolio of intellectual property.
Detailed definition
The systematic allocation of the cost of intangible assets, such as acquired software technology or customer lists, over...
Peer comparison
Standard 'Amortization of Intangibles' reported in segment notes for companies with M&A-heavy strategies.
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ibm_segment_software_depreciation_amortization_of_intangiblesHistorical Data
2 periods
| Q1 '25 | Q1 '26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Value | $121.00M | $134.00M |
| QoQ Change | — | +10.7% |
| YoY Change | — | +10.7% |
Range$121.00M – $134.00M
Avg YoY Growth+10.7%
Median YoY Growth+10.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is International Business Machines's software — depreciation/amortization of intangibles?
- International Business Machines (IBM) reported software — depreciation/amortization of intangibles of $134.00M in Q1 2026.
- What does software — depreciation/amortization of intangibles mean?
- Non-cash expense representing the wear or expiration of intangible assets.