IBM is aggressively diversifying its AI strategy through a new defense contract with the Missile Defense Agency and a strategic investment in the startup Anima. Despite these advancements, the stock saw a slight decline as investors weighed AI optimism against conservative 2026 growth forecasts.
- Secured a role in the SHIELD program and integrated automated 'vibe coding' into enterprise software to bolster defense and AI capabilities.
- Reached the ex-dividend date on February 10, 2026, for an annual payout of $6.72 per share.
- Shares closed at $296.36 (down -0.86%) on February 9 as the market balanced technological expansion with cautious financial outlooks.