IBM Doubles Down On AI And Quantum As Valuation Gap Persists

IBM Doubles Down On AI And Quantum As Valuation Gap Persists

By Simply Wall St
Publication Date: 2026-05-06 05:14:00

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  • IBM (NYSE:IBM) has launched IBM Sovereign Core, a software platform aimed at helping enterprises and public sector entities run AI workloads with tighter control over data and compliance.

  • The company, together with Cleveland Clinic and RIKEN, reported a quantum computing milestone by simulating the largest biologically meaningful molecule yet on IBM quantum hardware using new hybrid algorithms.

  • IBM also announced an intended collaboration with Aramco focused on applying AI, automation, and advanced technologies across industrial and energy operations.

IBM shares recently closed at $229.03, with the stock showing a 3 year return of 106.7% and a 5 year return of 100.7%. Over shorter periods, returns have been mixed, including a 7.7% decline over the past month and a 21.4% decline year to date. At the same time, the 3 year and 5…