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Meta Platforms, Inc. engages in the development of social media applications. It builds technology that helps people connect and share, find communities, and grow businesses. It operates through the Family of Apps (FoA) and Reality Labs (RL) segments. The FoA segment consists of Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, WhatsApp, and other services. The RL segment includes augmented, mixed and virtual reality related consumer hardware, software, and content. The company was founded by Mark Elliot Zuckerberg, Dustin Moskovitz, Chris R. Hughes, Andrew McCollum, and Eduardo P. Saverin on February 4, 2004, and is headquartered in Menlo Park, CA.

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META is trending following earnings, with the community debating the impact of increased AI spending and a one-time tax charge despite strong revenue numbers.  Bulls view the dip as a buying opportunity, expecting a quick recovery, while bears are concerned about Meta's aggressive investment strategy and potential impact on profitability. Technical levels and potential support zones are being closely watched for signs of a bottom.

United States Antimony Corp. engages in the extraction, processing and sale of antimony, zeolite, silver, and gold products. It operates through the following segments: United States Antimony Operations, Mexican Antimony Operations, Precious Metals Recovery, and United States Zeolite Operations. The company was founded by John C. Lawrence in June 1968 and is headquartered in Thompson Falls, MT.

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UAMY is trending following news of significant antimony mining developments in Montana and an increase to its FY2026 revenue guidance, driving optimism among investors. Community discussions revolve around the potential for a short squeeze and the company's strategic positioning as a key antimony supplier outside of China. Some investors are also speculating about a potential hostile takeover bid for Larvotto Resources.

Alphabet, Inc. is a holding company, which engages in software, health care, transportation, and other technologies. It operates through the following segments: Google Services, Google Cloud, and Other Bets. The Google Services segment includes products and services, such as ads, Android, Chrome, devices, Google Maps, Google Play, Search, and YouTube. The Google Cloud segment refers to infrastructure and platform services, collaboration tools, and other services for enterprise customers. The Other Bets segment relates to the sale of healthcare-related services and internet services. The company was founded by Lawrence E. Page and Sergey Mikhaylovich Brin on October 2, 2015 and is headquartered in Mountain View, CA.

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Alphabet's stock is trending as strong AI demand and advertising growth drove its Q3 revenue above expectations, prompting increased capital expenditure forecasts and community excitement. Investors are reacting positively to Alphabet's favored cash flow strategy and AI investments, while some analysts are predicting further gains. Community members are actively discussing the stock's potential to reach new price levels and its long-term investment value.

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. engages in the business of developing and operating restaurants that serve a relevant menu of burritos, burrito bowls, quesadillas, tacos, and salads made using fresh, high-quality ingredients. The company was founded by Steve Ells in 1993 and is headquartered in Newport Beach, CA.

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Chipotle's stock is trending due to concerns about slowing growth and reduced guidance, sparking debate about its valuation and future prospects. Community discussions center on whether the brand is losing its value proposition amid rising prices and inconsistent portions, with some criticizing the CEO's handling of the situation. Investors are weighing whether the dip presents a buying opportunity or signals deeper issues within the company and the broader consumer discretionary sector.

Microsoft Corp. engages in the development and support of software, services, devices, and solutions. It operates through the following segments: Productivity and Business Processes, Intelligent Cloud, and More Personal Computing. The Productivity and Business Processes segment is composed of products and services relating to productivity, communication, and information services such as Office Commercial, Office Consumer, LinkedIn, and Dynamics business solutions. The Intelligent Cloud segment consists of public, private, and hybrid server products and cloud services for businesses and developers, as well as enterprise and partner services. The More Personal Computing segment refers to products and services including Windows operating system, Windows cloud services, Surface, HoloLens, personal computer accessories, Xbox hardware, Xbox Cloud Gaming, Microsoft News, and Microsoft Edge. The company was founded by Paul Gardner Allen and William Henry Gates, III in 1975 and is headquartered in Redmond, WA.

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Microsoft is trending amid mixed reactions to its earnings, with analysts debating the impact of AI spending on future growth; despite strong cloud performance, some express concerns about increased capital expenditures. Community discussions revolve around whether the company's valuation remains justified in light of its AI investments and competition in the cloud sector, with some speculating on a potential post-earnings dip.

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GOOG is trending amid positive sentiment driven by AI advancements and anticipation of strong earnings, with the community discussing potential for the stock to reach new highs. Upgrades from analysts and excitement around cloud and AI revenue are fueling optimism, although some traders are wary of a potential pullback after recent gains. Additionally, a new partnership between Google and NextEra Energy to restart a nuclear plant in Iowa is generating some buzz.

Comcast Corp. engages in the provision of video, Internet, and phone services. It operates through the following segments: Residential Connectivity and Platforms, Business Services Connectivity, Media, Studios, and Theme Parks. The Residential Connectivity and Platforms segment consists of residential broadband and wireless services and Sky-branded entertainment television networks and advertising. The Business Service Connectivity segment offers broadband, wireline voice and wireless services through small to medium customers and large enterprises through the HFC network. The Media segment consists of NBCUniversal’s television and streaming platforms, including national, regional, and international cable networks. The Studios segment focuses on NBCUniversal’s film and television studio production and distribution operations. The Theme Parks segment operates Universal theme parks in Orlando, Florida, Hollywood, California, Osaka, Japan, and Beijing, China. The company was founded by Ralph Roberts in 1963 and is headquartered in Philadelphia, PA.

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Comcast is trending due to recent earnings and the Versant spin-off, with community discussion focusing on broadband subscriber losses versus growth in wireless and theme parks. Some believe the company is undervalued, especially with a potential acquisition of WBD, while others are concerned about cord-cutting and competition. Community members are actively weighing the impact of these factors on the stock's future performance.

Eli Lilly & Co. engages in the discovery, development, manufacture, and sale of pharmaceutical products. The firm's products consist of diabetes, oncology, immunology, neuroscience, and other products and therapies. The company was founded by Eli Lilly in May 1876 and is headquartered in Indianapolis, IN.

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Eli Lilly is trending due to strong Q3 earnings, driven by high demand for weight loss drugs Mounjaro and Zepbound, which beat revenue expectations and raised the FY25 guidance. The community is focused on the impact of this GLP-1 momentum, potential FDA approvals, and the company's strategic partnerships in AI, viewing LLY as a leader in the pharmaceutical sector.

Roblox Corp. engages in the provision of online gaming services. Its platform consists of Roblox Client, Roblox Studio, and Roblox Cloud. Roblox Client is an application that allows users to explore 3D digital worlds. Roblox Studio is the toolset that allows developers and creators to build, publish, and operate 3D experiences and other content accessed with Roblox Client. Roblox Cloud includes the services and infrastructure that power the human co-experience platforms. The company was founded by Erik Cassel and David B. Baszucki in March 2004 and is headquartered in San Mateo, CA.

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Roblox ($RBLX) is trending due to mixed reactions to company performance and future outlook. While some celebrate strong user growth and engagement, others express concerns about profitability, valuation, and safety on the platform. Community discussions also involve potential analyst upgrades and potential impact from institutional investors.

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IT consulting and services giant IBM’s (IBM) shares fell sharply in Thursday’s early premarket session despite the solid quarterly results and guidance.Underwhelming software revenue and CEO Arvind Krishna’s cautious commentary on the earnings call apparently weighed down on sentiment.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/IBM">IBM stock</a> fell over 5% before the opening bell after ending Wednesday’s session up&nbsp;nearly flat at $282.01.Armonk, New York-based IBM reported adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $2.80 and revenue of $17 billion for the second quarter of the fiscal year 2025. The consensus estimates, according to Stocktwits, were at $2.65 and $16.95 billion, respectively.Infrastructure revenue grew 14% year over year (YoY) to $4.1 billion, while software and consulting revenue rose a more modest 10% and 3%, respectively, coming in at $7.4 billion and $5.3 billion. According to CNBC, the software revenue trailed expectations of most analysts.Krishna said, “We once again exceeded expectations for revenue, profit and free cash flow in the quarter.” The executive stated that the company’s generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) book of business continues to accelerate, reaching over $7.5 billion.During a call with the analysts, Krishna stated that geopolitical tensions, although not a major factor, prompted a few clients to move cautiously, according to a transcript provided by Koyfin.“U.S. federal spending was also somewhat constrained in the first half, but we do not expect it to create long-term headwinds,” he added.The board approved a $1.68-per-share quarterly cash dividend, payable on Sept. 15, to shareholders of record on Aug. 8.IBM also maintained its full-year guidance of at least 5% constant currency revenue growth, with forex expected to be a 1.5-point headwind. It raised the cash flow guidance, now expecting the metric to exceed $13.5 billion for 2025.During the earnings call, CFO James Kavanaugh stated that the company is comfortable with the consensus estimates for revenue and profitability.On Stocktwits, retail sentiment toward IBM stock turned to ‘extremely bullish’ (86/100) by early Thursday, from ‘neutral’ a day ago, with the message volume improving to ‘extremely high’ levels.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:616/59;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2025_07_24_at_5_09_09_AM_png_a6f1c0c2df.webp" alt="Screenshot 2025-07-24 at 5.09.09 AM.png" width="616" height="59"><figcaption>IBM sentiment and message volume as of 5:10 a.m. ET, July 24 | source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>IBM stock is up 30% year-to-date, outperforming the broader market and the tech sector.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/asdaq-futures-rise-as-alphabet-earnings-offset-tesla-disappointment/ch8yYayR5uu">Nasdaq Futures Rise As Alphabet Earnings Offset Tesla Disappointment, But Wall Street Poised For Mixed Open</a>

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International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) launched its latest generation of enterprise-grade servers, the Power11 lineup, on Tuesday,&nbsp;which will be available starting July 25.<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/IBM">IBM stock</a> inched 0.3% higher in Tuesday's premarket trading, following the launch.The announcement sheds light on a reimagined infrastructure platform built to meet the ever-growing demands of AI-driven operations, hybrid cloud deployments, and unrelenting uptime requirements.The new lineup is tailored for industries such as banking, healthcare, the&nbsp;public sector, and retail,&nbsp;adding that&nbsp;the platform is built to support essential workloads as these sectors navigate the growing demands of AI adoption and digital transformation.It added that&nbsp;Power11 marks a significant advancement in server design, featuring enhanced processing capabilities, improved virtualization layers, and increased system durability.&nbsp;According to IBM, Power11 offers a 99.9999% system availability and eliminates the need for planned maintenance downtime. It comes equipped with IBM Power Cyber Vault, a cybersecurity solution that can identify ransomware threats in less than sixty seconds.&nbsp;Built on National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) guidelines, the system utilizes immutable data snapshots and quantum-resistant encryption to protect against advanced cyber threats.Power11 also supports IBM’s upcoming Spyre Accelerator, an on-chip AI processor arriving in the&nbsp;fourth quarter (Q4) 2025, designed to handle the surge in AI tasks across hybrid environments.“We are taking advantage of the full IBM stack to deliver hybrid cloud, AI, and automation capabilities while building on our decades-long reputation as a trustworthy hybrid infrastructure for essential workloads,” said&nbsp;the General Manager of&nbsp;Power Systems at IBM, Tom McPherson.IBM claims the Power11 platform brings notable energy savings, delivering double the performance per watt compared to x86-based servers.&nbsp;The company also announced the introduction of a new Energy Efficient Mode, which improves server efficiency by up to 28% compared to the high-performance mode.On Stocktwits, retail sentiment toward IBM remained in ‘bearish’ territory with ‘normal’&nbsp;levels of&nbsp;message volume.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:967/106;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2025_07_08_075056_png_a3c4bf3a5d.webp" alt="IBM’s Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 07.40 a.m. ET on July 8, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits" width="967" height="106"><figcaption>IBM’s Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 07.40 a.m. ET on July 8, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>IBM stock has added 33% year-to-date and over 64% in the last 12 months.Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/applovin-analyst-sees-plenty-of-further-upside-for-stock/chFvNsUR5gE">AppLovin Analyst Sees ‘Plenty Of Further Upside’ For Stock — But Retail Stays Guarded</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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CNBC's Mad Money host Jim Cramer heaped praise on International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) CEO Arvind Krishna for his role in reinvigorating the company's sagging growth.“I salute this man, Arvind Krishna,” said Cramer as Big Blue’s CEO made his appearance on the media outlet’s “Squawk on the Street” segment.&nbsp;The stock picker said people were now making a “lot of money” by investing in the stock, and it doesn’t get mentioned other than the day of earnings.”Krishna, a company insider, became IBM’s CEO in April 2020,&nbsp;succeeding Ginni Rometty. The company’s quarterly revenue growth was&nbsp;mainly in the red for an extended period before Krishna took over.&nbsp;The CNBC report stated that the new CEO aimed to shed IBM’s image as a “legacy technology company past its prime.” =Between April 3, 2020 (the session before Krishna assumed office) and Monday,&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/IBM">IBM stock</a> has&nbsp;outpaced the S&amp;P 500’s 150% gain.<img src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/IBM_vs_SP_500_png_8526ddfe93.webp" alt="IBM vs. SP500.png">The company’s profiling of Krishna shows that over his 30-year stint at IBM, he led a series of bold transformations and delivered proven business results. The executive also relied on inorganic growth, being instrumental in the successful $34 billion acquisition of Red Hat in 2019, which has helped IBM’s foray into the hybrid cloud market.IBM has become a pioneer in the emerging technology area of quantum computing.&nbsp;On Stocktwits, retail sentiment toward IBM stock stayed ‘bearish’ (38/100) by early Tuesday, with the message volume at a ‘normal’ level.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:623/53;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2025_07_08_at_5_06_21_AM_png_83c0eaaea7.webp" alt="Screenshot 2025-07-08 at 5.06.21 AM.png" width="623" height="53"><figcaption>IBM sentiment and message volume as of 5:07 a.m. ET, July 8 | source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>A bearish&nbsp;watcher dismissed the recent stock returns as being driven by buybacks and the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in exchange-traded fund (ETF) buying.<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/fatsak/message/618715545</stembedurl>Another user wasn't one to be carried away by the “quantum hype,” adding that “They have a lack of talent and have a difficult time recruiting top talent.”<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/fatsak/message/618022054</stembedurl>IBM shares have added nearly 35% year-to-date, once again outperforming the 6% rise for the S&amp;P 500 Index.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/trump-keeps-tariff-guessing-game-alive-with-not-100-percent-firm-deadline/chFvjgpR5XK">Trump Keeps Tariff Guessing Game Alive With ‘Not 100% Firm’ Deadline — Here Are the New Levies On 14 Key Trading Partners</a>

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Logitech International S.A. (LOGI) division Streamlabs announced substantial enhancements to its AI-powered streaming assistant on Tuesday, ahead of its full-scale launch, which is anticipated later in 2025.&nbsp;The latest version of the Streamlabs Intelligent Streaming Agent was showcased at Computex, highlighting a leap in live content creation and audience engagement capabilities for streamers.The upgraded platform integrates advanced systems developed by NVIDIA Corp. (NVDA) and the narrative-focused AI engine Inworld AI.&nbsp;Designed to respond instantly to live gameplay and viewer engagement, the system allows for a more interactive and immersive streaming experience.The latest capabilities enable content creators to streamline elements of their livestreams using real-time, context-sensitive triggers, executing tasks like switching scenes, playing sound effects, or having the avatar speak tailored messages, eliminating the need for manual intervention.The refined Streaming Agent empowers creators with advanced avatar customization, letting them tailor personality, voice, and expressions using NVIDIA's digital human tools and Inworld AI.&nbsp;It also acts as a real-time assistant, offering technical guidance and creative support drawn from a knowledge base, helping streamers of all skill levels navigate live broadcasts more effectively.&nbsp;“Together with NVIDIA and Inworld AI, we’re advancing interactive technology to help streamers engage with their audiences in new and creative ways,” said Head of Streamlabs, Ashray Urs.&nbsp;“The tools we’re unveiling today represent an entirely new era of digital storytelling, and the new demo at Computex is a crucial step closer to bringing these solutions to market at scale.”The upgrade also improves how streamers connect with their audiences through chat.&nbsp;The assistant can now generate quick recaps for viewers who join late and launch interactive polls that let the audience influence decisions mid-stream.&nbsp;On Stocktwits, sentiment around Logitech improved from ‘bearish’ to ‘neutral’.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:632/75;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2025_05_20_071509_png_fb3b91ea6e.webp" alt="Screenshot 2025-05-20 071509.png" width="632" height="75"><figcaption>LOGI's Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 07.30 a.m. ET on May 20, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure><a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/LOGI">Logitech</a> stock has&nbsp;gained 5% in 2025 but shed 3.7% in the last 12 months.&nbsp;Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/apple-india-ambitions-gain-momentun-with-foxconn-s-1.5-b-investment/ch0doKSRb8x">Apple’s India Ambitions Gain Momentum As Foxconn Invests $1.5B In Local iPhone Assembly Arm</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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Oracle Health, Cleveland Clinic, and Abu Dhabi-based AI company G42 have unveiled a strategic alliance to develop a next-generation, AI-powered healthcare platform.&nbsp;The partnership aims to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.oracle.com/news/announcement/oracle-cleveland-clinic-g42-announce-strategic-partnership-to-launch-ai-based-global-healthcare-delivery-platform-2025-05-16/">push</a> healthcare delivery by combining technologies, practical data insights, and medical expertise within a secure, flexible digital framework.Initially focused on the U.S. and the U.A.E., the project seeks to improve patient results and lower expenses through smart diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.The planned platform is designed to utilize real-time intelligence by processing extensive clinical and public health datasets.&nbsp;“Oracle’s AI Data Platform and suite of clinical applications can help us understand disease and population health in ways that fuel scientific breakthroughs, reduce the cost of care delivery, and improve patient care,” said Oracle Executive Chairman and CTO Larry Ellison.Medical professionals will receive timely guidance during patient interactions, and public health authorities will have improved tools to identify risk indicators and monitor disease trends.&nbsp;The goal is to shift from reactive healthcare to a model&nbsp;emphasizing prevention and personalized treatment.Clinicians will more easily identify and enroll patients into relevant clinical trials, while researchers will have access to real-world evidence to speed up drug development and monitor treatment safety.&nbsp;The system uses artificial intelligence to personalize care, support early interventions, and deliver affordable treatment options at scale.&nbsp;“This partnership between Cleveland Clinic, Oracle Health, and G42 signals the strength of the U.A.E.–U.S. technology corridor, and our shared resolve to build a new health intelligence fabric,” said Group CEO at G42, Peng Xiao.In January, President Donald Trump’s Administration introduced a U.S.-based AI infrastructure initiative called “Stargate,” involving Oracle, OpenAI, SoftBank Group, and Abu Dhabi’s MGX.&nbsp;The project plans to invest $100 billion at the outset, with potential funding reaching $500 billion within four years to fuel AI growth.On Stocktwits, retail sentiment around Oracle stayed in ‘bullish’ territory.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:639/79;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2025_05_16_122701_png_956959bc3c.webp" alt="ORCL's Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 01:00 p.m. ET on May 16, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits" width="639" height="79"><figcaption>ORCL's Sentiment Meter and Message Volume as of 01:00 p.m. ET on May 16, 2025 | Source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure><a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/ORCL">Oracle</a> stock has shed 4% in 2025 and gained 30% in the past 12 months.Also See:&nbsp;<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/nvidia-eyes-shanghai-rd-center-amid-us-export-pressure/chiw5wYRbnp">Nvidia Eyes Shanghai R&amp;D Center Amid US Export Pressure, Says Report: Retail Remains Buoyant</a>For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.

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International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) fell nearly 7% in Wednesday's extended session after the company flagged potential revenue loss from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiatives.For the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, the IT services and consulting behemoth reported adjusted earnings per share (EPS) and revenue that exceeded estimates.The company maintained its full-year guidance and issued an above-consensus revenue outlook for the second quarter.Here's how the key metrics compare to Finchat-compiled consensus expectations:<ul style="list-style-type:circle;"><li>Adjusted EPS: $1.60 vs. $1.42</li><li>Revenue: $14.5 billion vs. $14.39 billion.&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Revenue was up 1%&nbsp; from the year-ago period, while the EPS fell year over year (YoY) from $1.68. For the seasonally strong fourth quarter, the company reported adjusted EPS and revenue of $3.92 and $17.6 billion, respectively.Among business segments, software revenue rose 7% YoY to $6.3 billion, or roughly 46% of the total, while consulting and infrastructure revenue slipped 2% and 6%, respectively.The non-GAAP profit margin expanded by 1.9 points to 56.6%.CFO James Kavanaugh said the company's software business led the revenue growth, while gross margin expanded due to productivity initiatives.The company also noted that free cash flow for the quarter topped expectations.CEO Arvind Krishna flagged strong demand related to artificial intelligence (AI). He said, "There continues to be strong demand for generative AI [GenAI], and our book of business stands at more than $6 billion inception-to-date, up more than $1 billion in the quarter.On the earnings call, Krishna said the consultancy business is susceptible to discretionary pullback and DOGE-related initiatives, although he did not quantify the impact, according to the Koyfin transcript.While answering analysts' Q&amp;A, CFO Kavanaugh said, "We've had a handful of contracts, either statement of work that have — or canceled.""And on our annualized backlog of over $30 billion in total Consulting, this is like less than $100 million of backlog over a duration of multiple years."IBM also maintained its full-year guidance of at least 5% constant currency revenue growth, with forex expected to be a 1-1.5-point headwind. It also continues to expect free cash flow of $13.5 billion for 2025.For the second quarter, the company expects revenue of $16.40 billion to $16.75 billion, compared to the $16.30 billion consensus estimate.On Stocktwits, sentiment toward<a href="https://stocktwits.com/symbol/IBM"> IBM stock</a> improved to 'bullish' (68/100) as of late Wednesday from 'neutral' a day ago and the message volume increased to 'high' levels.<figure class="image"><img style="aspect-ratio:638/136;" src="https://news.stocktwits-cdn.com/Screenshot_2025_04_23_at_10_07_18_PM_png_8f867acf2a.webp" alt="Screenshot 2025-04-23 at 10.07.18 PM.png" width="638" height="136"><figcaption>IBM sentiment and message volume as of 10:08 p.m. ET | source: Stocktwits</figcaption></figure>A bullish watcher was hopeful that IBM stock would bounce back to $240 on Thursday.<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/zacvet2009/message/612508028</stembedurl>Another user referred to the quarterly print as a "good report" and cited the company's $13.5 billion free cash flow and $7.5 billion cash in hand.<stembedurl>https://stocktwits.com/Jack90/message/612500245</stembedurl>After ending Wednesday's regular session up 1.90% to $245.48, the IBM stock shed 6.86% to $228.64 in the after hours.&nbsp;The stock has gained over 12% this year.The Koyfin-compiled consensus analysts' price target of $245.49 implies over 7% upside from Wednesday's close.For updates and corrections, email newsroom[at]stocktwits[dot]com.Read Next:<a href="https://stocktwits.com/news-articles/markets/equity/gold-slips-as-trump-backs-off-from-attacks-on-powell/chQZEECRbgm"> Gold Slips, Equities Surge As Trump Backs Off From Attacks On Powell</a>

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