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Over the past five years, IBM’s revenue has shown notable fluctuations. After a peak of $73,620 million in 2020, revenue dropped sharply by over 20% to $57,350 million in 2021, before partially rebounding to approximately $62,753 million by 2024. Meanwhile, gross profit, while following a similar pattern, declined from $35,575 million in 2020 to $31,486 million in 2021, then recovered gradually to $35,551 million in 2024. These trends suggest that while sales volumes or pricing may have been pressured in 2021, IBM managed to recover part of its margin over time, likely reflecting operational adjustments and shifts in product or service mix. Operating income and net income, however, illustrate higher volatility. Operating income increased modestly from $4,637 million in 2020 to $4,837 million in 2021, but then experienced a significant drop—by nearly 76%—to $1,156 million in 2022. A dramatic turnaround occurred in 2023, when operating income surged to $8,690 million, only to recede by approximately 33% to $5,797 million in 2024. A parallel but less extreme pattern is evident in net income, which moved from $5,590 million in 2020 to $5,743 million in 2021, then fell sharply to $1,639 million in 2022, before rebounding to $7,502 million in 2023 and settling at $6,023 million in 2024. These year-over-year swings, particularly in 2022 and 2023, hint at underlying management decisions, cost restructuring, or shifts in operating efficiency. Overall, despite revenue stabilizing in recent years, the pronounced fluctuations in operating and net income suggest that IBM’s profitability remains vulnerable to operational and market dynamics. Sustained focus on efficiency and strategic adjustments will be key to enhancing financial health and long-term sustainability in a competitive technology and consulting industry.
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