International Business Machines (XSWX:IBM) Interest Expense: CHF-1,560 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


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What is International Business Machines Interest Expense?

International Business Machines XSWX:IBM 69 Interest Expense is CHF-1,560 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:IBM with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF187.83 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review.

Interest Expense is the amount reported by a company or individual as an expense for borrowed money. International Business Machines's interest expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF -372 Mil. Its interest expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF-1,560 Mil.

Interest Coverage is a ratio that determines how easily a company can pay interest expenses on outstanding debt. It is calculated by dividing a company's Operating Income(EBIT) by its Interest Expense. International Business Machines's Operating Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF 1,747 Mil. International Business Machines's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF -372 Mil. International Business Machines's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 4.69. The higher the ratio, the stronger the company's financial strength is. Note: If both Interest Expense and Interest Income are empty, while Net Interest Income is negative, then use Net Interest Income as Interest Expense.

International Business Machines  (XSWX:IBM) Interest Expense Explanation

Interest Coverage is a ratio that determines how easily a company can pay interest expenses on outstanding debt. It is calculated by dividing a company's Operating Income (EBIT) by its Interest Expense. The higher, the better.

Note: If both Interest Expense and Interest Income are empty, while Net Interest Income is negative, then use Net Interest Income as Interest Expense.

International Business Machines's Interest Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF-372 Mil. Its Operating Income for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF1,747 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF47,513 Mil.

International Business Machines's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Interest Coverage=-1* Operating Income (Q: Mar. 2026 )/Interest Expense (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=-1*1747.019/-372.393
=4.69

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

The higher the ratio, the stronger the company's financial strength is.

International Business Machines Interest Expense Historical Data

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The historical data trend for International Business Machines's Interest Expense can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

International Business Machines Interest Expense Chart

International Business Machines Annual Data
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International Business Machines Interest Expense Calculation

Interest Expense is the amount reported by a company or individual as an expense for borrowed money.

Interest Expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was CHF-1,560 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Interest Expense →
What does a Interest Expense of CHF-1,560 Mil mean?
International Business Machines (XSWX:IBM) has a Interest Expense of CHF-1,560 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Interest Expense is the amount a company pays on its long-term debt. View historical data on International Business Machines and its competitors.
Is International Business Machines' Interest Expense too high?
International Business Machines' current Interest Expense is CHF-1,560 Mil. Overall, International Business Machines has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does International Business Machines' Interest Expense compare to ACN and FISV?
International Business Machines' Interest Expense of CHF-1,560 Mil can be compared against companies in the Software industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Interest Expense for a Software company?
A good Interest Expense depends on the Software industry context. However, Interest Expense should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Interest Expense mean?
A high Interest Expense can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Interest Expense is the amount a company pays on its long-term debt. View historical data on International Business Machines and its competitors. International Business Machines's current Interest Expense is CHF-1,560 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is International Business Machines stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, International Business Machines (XSWX:IBM) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF187.83, compared to a current price of CHF230.15 — trading 22.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Interest Expense is CHF-1,560 Mil. International Business Machines' overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 3 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Interest Expense calculated?
Interest Expense is calculated from a company's financial statements. For International Business Machines (XSWX:IBM), the current Interest Expense is CHF-1,560 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is International Business Machines (XSWX:IBM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, International Business Machines stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of CHF230.15 is trading 22.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of CHF187.83. GuruFocus considers International Business Machines to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:IBM:

  • Interest Expense: CHF-1,560 Mil
  • GF Value™: CHF187.83 vs. price of CHF230.15 (22.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 3 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:IBM stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

International Business Machines Business Description

Address One New Orchard Road, Armonk, NY, USA, 10504
Incorporated in 1911, International Business Machines, or IBM, is one of the oldest technology companies in the world. It provides software, IT consulting services, and hardware to help business customers modernize their technology workflows. IBM operates in 175 countries and employs approximately 300,000 people. The company has a robust roster of business partners to service its clients, which includes 95% of all Fortune 500 companies. IBM's products, including Red Hat, watsonx, and mainframes, handle some of the world's most important data workloads in areas like finance and retail.
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