IBM CEO outlines specific timelines for quantum computing impact
On July 30, IBM chairman and CEO Arvind Krishna appeared on Mad Money with Jim Cramer to address concerns over delayed customer spending projects that had contributed to a significant stock decline earlier in August. He reassured investors by stating that about 40% of the delayed deals closed within three to four weeks, suggesting deferral rather than cancellation. Krishna also emphasized IBM's long-term vision for quantum computing, asserting it will have measurable financial impact on both revenue and profit margins between 2028 and 2029. He further projected that by the end of the 2030s, quantum computing could generate a trillion dollars in value — an ambitious but specific forecast from IBM's leadership. In addition to addressing short-term concerns, Krishna reaffirmed full-year guidance for revenue growth between four-to-five percent and increased free cash flow. IBM reported $2.5 billion in Q2 free cash flow and returned over $1.6 billion to shareholders through dividends.
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