Forecast & Rating26 analysts currently cover IBM, with about 50.0% giving a positive rating — meaning they expect the stock to rise. The average price target is $244.91, about 2.6% upside from the current price of $238.79. Price targets range from $174.00 to $350.00 — a wide spread, showing clear disagreement over just how much IBM can rise. Historically, about 63.6% of past price targets were eventually met, which adds credibility. For you, this means institutional views on IBM are split — bulls and bears coexist, so you'll need to weigh it against your own judgment. Data as of Aug 19, 2026; for reference only and not investment advice.
Aug 19, 2026
Price forecast
$244.912.56%
Forecast & RatingBuy
25analysts
Strong buy40.00%
Buy12.00%
Hold40.00%
Sell4.00%
Strong sell4.00%
Strong buy
10
Buy
3
Hold
10
Sell
1
Strong sell
1
Target price forecast
Forecast dateAug 23, 2026
Forecast met73.0%
Stock price$238.79
Avg. target$244.9
High target$350
Low target$174
Avg. target
$244.9
High target
$350
Low target
$174
Analyst ratings
Strong buy
Buy
Hold
Sell
Strong sell
Source: S&P Global
This information is for reference only and is not investment advice.