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SaaSpocalypse Part II? IBM's Preliminary Earnings Report Rattles Software

IBM’s bearish pre-announcement reignited fears about AI’s impact on enterprise tech spending.

SaaSpocalypse Part II? IBM's Preliminary Earnings Report Rattles Software
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IBM’s bearish pre-announcement reignited fears about AI’s impact on enterprise tech spending.

The Q2 earnings season is off to a rollercoaster start. The big banks collectively reported strong numbers, boosted by active capital markets and another impressive set of sales & trading revenue. And it was the usual chorus of bank Summary - IBM’s bearish pre-announcement reignited fears about AI’s impact on enterprise tech spending.

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Jul 16, 2026
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Jul 16, 2026
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