International Business Machines (XSWX:IBM) Other Operating Expense: CHF361 Mil (TTM As of Mar. 2026)


XSWX:IBM International Business Machines Corp XSWX:IBM
69 GF Score
Price CHF230.15
GF Value CHF187.83
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is International Business Machines Other Operating Expense?

International Business Machines XSWX:IBM 69 Other Operating Expense is CHF361 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.

International Business Machines's Other Operating Expense for the three months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF125 Mil. Its Other Operating Expense for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF361 Mil.

International Business Machines's quarterly Other Operating Expense declined from Sep. 2025 (CHF88 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (CHF48 Mil) but then increased from Dec. 2025 (CHF48 Mil) to Mar. 2026 (CHF125 Mil).

International Business Machines's annual Other Operating Expense increased from Dec. 2023 (CHF-744 Mil) to Dec. 2024 (CHF78 Mil) and increased from Dec. 2024 (CHF78 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (CHF277 Mil).

International Business Machines Other Operating Expense Historical Data

* Premium members only.

The historical data trend for International Business Machines's Other Operating 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 Other Operating Expense Chart

International Business Machines Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Other Operating Expense
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -563.65 -617.65 -743.73 78.46 277.32

International Business Machines Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
Other Operating Expense Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 48.60 100.02 87.57 47.81 125.18
XSWX:IBM
69GF Score
International Business Machines Corp XSWX:IBM
Other Operating Expense is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis

International Business Machines Other Operating Expense Calculation

GuruFocus uses a standardized financial statement format for all companies. For non-financial companies, GuruFocus lists Selling, General, & Admin. Expense, , Research & Development, and Other Operating Expense under the "Total Operating Expense" section.

Other Operating Expense sometimes includes:
Restructuring, and merger
Acquisition related and other
Litigation settlement charge
Other (too numerous to list)

Some companies can and do choose to report each of these items separately. Yet, there are a variety of Other Operating Expense which are simply too numerous to list.

Other Operating 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 CHF361 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.

What does a Other Operating Expense of CHF361 Mil mean?
International Business Machines (XSWX:IBM) has a Other Operating Expense of CHF361 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Other operating expenses that a company records on its income statement. View historical data on International Business Machines and its competitors.
Is International Business Machines' Other Operating Expense too high?
International Business Machines' current Other Operating Expense is CHF361 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' Other Operating Expense compare to ACN and FISV?
International Business Machines' Other Operating Expense of CHF361 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 Other Operating Expense for a Software company?
A good Other Operating Expense depends on the Software industry context. However, Other Operating 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 Other Operating Expense mean?
A high Other Operating Expense can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Other operating expenses that a company records on its income statement. View historical data on International Business Machines and its competitors. International Business Machines's current Other Operating Expense is CHF361 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 Other Operating Expense is CHF361 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 Other Operating Expense calculated?
Other Operating Expense is calculated from a company's financial statements. For International Business Machines (XSWX:IBM), the current Other Operating Expense is CHF361 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:

  • Other Operating Expense: CHF361 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.
69GF Score

Get the complete analysis for XSWX:IBM

Other Operating Expense is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

CHF230.15
Price
CHF187.83
GF Value