IBM

atdharris

The DOW and IWD have diverged a lot since 2017. I assume it's because Apple, Salesforce, etc were added to it and replaced older companies like GE and IBM. https://www.portfoliovisualizer.com/backtest-portfolio?s=y&timePeriod=4&startYear=1985&firstMonth=1&endYear=2023&lastMonth=12&calendarAligned=true&includeYTD=false&initialAmount=10000&annualOperation=0&annualAdjustment=0&inflationAdjusted=true&annualPercentage=0.0&frequency=4&rebalanceType=1&absoluteDeviation=5.0&relativeDeviation=25.0&leverageType=0&leverageRatio=0.0&debtAmount=0&debtInterest=0.0&maintenanceMargin=25.0&leveragedBenchmark=false&reinvestDividends=true&showYield=false&showFactors=false&factorModel=3&portfolioNames=false&portfolioName1=Portfolio+1&portfolioName2=Portfolio+2&portfolioName3=Portfolio+3&symbol1=DIA&allocation1_2=100&symbol2=IWD&allocation2_1=100

Minimum-Ad-2026

Bunch like: IBM, VZN, USB, WBA, T, TSN, F, ENB. Best part most of these are at multi-year lows. I'm in at higher prices, unfortunately, but not by much.

Financial_Chemist286

I remember going to Best Buy with my dad in the early 90’s we were finally going to get a PC for our home. Everyone was dialing up to America online. I was so excited he was getting our family a PC for Christmas. Now mind you back then computer hardware was expensive I believe we got a windows PC manufactured by IBM or I don’t remember the brand but yeah that computer for our family was the first one we ever had for the household. It cost my dad like over $3k at Best Buy back then. I remember thinking computers were so expensive. Obviously over the years computers have gotten more affordable and powerful. Heck you can go to wal mart now and by a new PC for like $200 bucks. Wasn’t like that back then. I am thinking this product hardware and tech from apple is going to be expensive for many but over time the tech will get more affordable, versatile and ubiquitous with consumers.

tehdamonkey

I think it is a core stock to own. Wide moat for its data processing, hosting, physical data centers, ad revenue, search, R&D... sorta what IBM was in the 1980's...

Silly-Opposite-2721

The first smartphone (IBM Simon Personal Communicator) was introduced in 1994, Apple didn’t come out with their smartphone until 2007. That seems to have turned out okay. My money’s on Apple.

dudewhosbored

Honestly, I personally think it's a combination of everything + WWII. Europe was left in disarray after WWII and the USA was spinning on all cylinders with no major mainland attacks to speak of. To add to that, all the computer know how from WWII just got thrown into the public sector where people kept innovating. You had IBM, then PCs, then Internet, then smartphones, then social media/information gathering, then AI from that information gathering; it's just on a roll.

TradeSpY420

fuking boomers telling millennials "why didnt you invest in IBM in the 70s??!""

-Right-Tackle-

AAPL is this generation's IBM / Kodak and will be completely irrelevant in 10 years when superior technology renders it completely obsolete: # You can't change my view.

thewhiteflame9164

That's a weird take. You're basically saying they're doing poorly for diversifying into higher margin businesses and growing their revenue and net income at record clips. Steve Ballmer clung to the idea of just dominating the market MSFT was always in. IBM's felt that way for a while. Neither of them are anyone's picture of success.

Societalthreat69

I like IBM

Vast_Cricket

Uncharacteristic of a bigger company like Google or Apple. Dedicated AI super computer has been on the market over 1 decade by IBM. They hold most patents.

pbj_halfevil

maybe look at some other stocks that are cheaper that could also benefit from a.i. narrative such as IBM https://www.barrons.com/articles/ai-stocks-dividend-ibm-99e61b50?mod=Searchresults

Morghayn

I apologize if my comment gave the impression that I was solely focused on IBM's performance compared to the market. My intention was to highlight the contrast between IBM and Blackberry as two distinct cases. It's worth acknowledging that over the past decade, IBM's returns have been relatively weaker compared to broader market indices like the S&P 500, which can be considered as underperforming the indices. Thank you for sharing your perspective.

xpingu69

Yeah maybe once IBM finishes their behemoth

thisdude415

IBM is exactly the trap an individual stock investor should study and be concerned about with a “set it and forget it” strategy. Over the last ten years, VTI returned 13x more than IBM. That is an insane multiple compared to a remarkably dumb and foolproof set it and forget it etf strategy.

SoInsightful

No, they're making a great point. IBM had the fourth largest market cap in 2011 and has existed for 111 years, more than Apple and Microsoft *combined*. If you thought it was "bold to bet against IBM seeing as how they have existed for a very, very long time", you would have been down -20% since 2011. You're just making the common stock market mistake in assuming that today's leaders will be tomorrow's leaders.

Morghayn

Whoa, whoa. Comparing IBM to Blackberry? Just because IBM aren't consumer facing anymore doesn't mean they are a dead company. They still employ like 300k people and are a huge player in the hybrid cloud market. It took the markets like two decades to discover AI was a thing, wait until quantum computing has useful applications and is noticed by the markets. 🥴 Have they under-performed the index, yes, but they have plenty of good things going for them.

1TalefromTheCryptos

What do you guys think about IBM?

ThrowawayAl2018

Locking in profits is good strategy. You never know what could happen in 10 years, anyone remember IBM or Blackberry?

CharlieDayofWallStrt

Yeah seeing ibm & ge made me laugh. There is a huge difference tho. With tech these newer companies have been able to adapt like microsoft dosent make nearly as much from windows anymore but has adapted to other areas like cloud. Apple started with computers then went to phones. I guess it depends on the company because IBM was left in the dust. It makes you really think.

XorAndNot

I can see someone doing the same analysis for IBM or HP a few decades back

CreepingFog

Thinking about building a conservative value portfolio. Nothing crazy, just some undervalued value names for the long term. $BRKB $IBM $GE $NVDA Any other suggestions?

Hustletron

Yeah what’s with this dude sleeping on IBM? Reminds me of people saying Microsoft was washed out for a while there.

Minimum-Ad-2026

Disagree, have you looked into IBM? They are a freaking powerhouse

Augustus--

Quantum computing stocks: IBM (lmao) Boomer companies like Honeywell Microcaps with no revenue, cash, or future Which are you holding?

__nerman

Anyone who did self directed investments in the year 2000 were in dotcom stocks. The run with retail started in the late 90s. College age kids were throwing everything they had at them. Everyone piled in and that's why they were having such massive run ups. Thats when I started trading and it was insane. Every .com was running like NVDA for months on end. Ebay, intc, intu, IBM, yahoo, orcl continued to be wildly popular.

Ok_Meeting_502

I started two months ago and am up quite a fair share for what I put in (~2k in and roughly 250 up). I have AAPL, AMZN, IBM, ALIT, HSBC, GOOGL, JPM, and NKE. ALIT is a rando that I think has a fantastic potential this year. HSBC and IBM have great dividends. The others are just strong, reliable blue chips.

AluminiumCaffeine

>I don't get the appeal of it given at some point they will no longer be able to outgrow the market because of diminishing returns or regulators. Isnt that when they would begin returning cash to shareholders? Why stop growing and stagnate like IBM or AT&T if you dont have to?

Psirqit

its a quantum computing play. I know IBM is a shit boomer company but they're the only people even remotely close to achieving this new technology and 2025 leaps are perfect for the time table

LouieM13

past experiences tell me to be skeptical of IBM.

Psirqit

if you dont have IBM LEAPS you hate money

EnginrA

IBM just keeps going up they were the OG AI company with that chess thingy

Psirqit

all it takes is 1 quantum computing article and IBM goes stratospheric

Eslooie

I feel like that every time someone mentions IBM.

TmanGvl

Apple was in a decline back in the 1990s. I remember writing a school report on how it made a comeback with the iMacs and PowerPC, but little did we know the potential of iPhone and Apple Watches. Nobody would have believed they would even compete against IBM, but look where we are now...

peter-doubt

Last was Nvidia... It'll be the IBM of the 2020s, like IBM was in the 60s. But at this valuation, it's really hard to utter *Buy*. Nvidia has competent competition and partners. (And customers) think of the situation as a gold rush.. get rich mining, or supplying tools and provisions.

JStanten

Your comparing SPY to a nearly perfect investment strategy that would have been incredibly difficult to achieve. Literally no losers. With no hindsight you would have invested nothing into other semiconductors like Intel? Yahoo? Adobe? IBM? GE?

Crowleyer

OP should tell it to people holding PYPL, IBM, NOK, SQ, PTON and so on. No one was panicking because of fundamentals, but due to their crazy vision. They finally dropped that disastrous idea, hence the recovery. This post is one big piece of nonsense.

WSB_ThAw

Have a look into IBM. They do what C3 would like to do one day

WSB_ThAw

Any love for IBM?

r_silver1

I'm just going off of what the data is telling me. If we want to talk about the fundamentals: 1). There is a case to be made that picking stocks based off the exchange doesn't have meaningful benefit. I'd much prefer a "growth index" but my issue with those is some of the holdings don't even meet the stated requirements of the fund. The reason I like QQQ is that it contains more of the stocks I'd want to own long term...good growth prospects, high ROIC, and clean balance sheets. There is a lot of "trash" in the markets right now, fueled by cheap debt. The companies will survive and do fine, but returns will probably suck. I think GE, IBM, MMM, etc are more overvalued than MSFT or AAPL because they're just zombies. 1a). Only 4% of stocks contribute to the overall returns of the market...I WANT to own the outliers and they should trade at a higher valuation. 2). Factor investing will look terrible in hindsight (my opinion). The reason is because they are easily quantifiable (that's why academia loves it) and therefore it's easy to squeeze the excess returns out of the factor. I'm not being a smartass but find me a factor fund that outperforms. They all seem to work when the book is written and then not work after the fund has been launched. 2a). I listed some factors above (ROIC, revenue growth) but I don't think a factor fund could use them because there's a lot of cyclical noise in them. US Steel has a high ROIC right now but I think we all know that's not sustainable. They still require some intelligent insight to make work, which is what I try to do.

optiontraderkyle

From what I've gathered, C3.ai is a company that provides enterprise tech consulting services to big businesses. They can help create custom ML-powered applications tailored to a company's specific needs. They seem to be more similar to companies like IBM or PLTR rather than Nvidia, OpenAI, or Google. be aware of the risks involved. For example, the company relies heavily on a few large customers for its revenue, so if they were to lose those customers it could have a significant impact on their financial performance. Additionally, there's a lot of competition in the AI software market, and C3.ai may struggle to differentiate itself and maintain its competitive edge. Technology changes can also be a challenge for the company, as they operate in a rapidly evolving industry that requires constant research and development. Finally, C3.ai has a high valuation relative to its earnings, which means that investors may be expecting more from the company than it can deliver. It's important to keep these risks in mind when considering an investment in C3.ai.

spacebizzle

$110B market cap on $8b revs, IBM is similar mc with like $60B revenue. Sure declining vs growth but still It’s way overpriced.. I haven’t used their software but how good could it really be? Feel like plenty of that type of software doesn’t have a strong moat and can be replicated for cheaper.

7366241494

When talking heads on CNBC call it “Taiwan Semi” I realize that few people know what the fuck they’re talking about in relation to TSMC. It’s like calling IBM “International Biz” 🤣🤣🤣 For whatever reason, TSMC just isn’t in the popular consciousness despite being the clear leader in chip fabrication.

Psirqit

As far as I'm aware, IBM is the only company even remotely close to functional quantum computing. On their roadmap this year is supposed to be prototype quantum software, and I've read a paper on how generative AI is helping design quantum circuits (previously hand done and tedious af). They are going to go massive at some point in the next 1-4 years but when to enter..

hgc89

I’m new to trading. Saw your comments and they made sense. Hoping my IBM and Intel calls grow leading up to their July earnings as IV goes up.

tehdamonkey

That is like saying in 1993 there is no room as there is already an IBM and an AT&T. Customization of AI is going to be huge and integrating its API into services, hardware, and covalent devices will spawn a huge amount of new companies and tech in itself...

tehdamonkey

You could argue AT&T, Sprint, IBM, HP, and others all had huge investments in the internet before the birth of the bubble and someone slapped a buzz word on it. The real questions is who owns the data it is using. I look for some of the big search engines and data conglomerates to sue the AI companies asking where did your AI get its backend data?

Wild_Sea_22

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attofreak

While NVDA is bloated as of now, and I sold all my shares yesterday, you're woefully ignorant to compare NVDA to gaming/blockchain/metaverse. And AI has been and is the most crucial technological culmination of decades of work - not that I expect the uebergeniuses at r/wsb to comprehend that fact. Information processing has finally reached a stage where we are putting together all the different pieces of techologies together in a coherent framework. This is what gave the idiots who can't put 2 and 2 together, miracles like internet, exponential memory capacity, cloud storage, portable devices (literal computers in the palm of your hands), better research in pharma, security, banking, insurance industries. The cornerstone of all that computing prowess is concentrated in a handful of companies: Intel, AMD, Nvidia, Google, Microsoft, IBM, TSMC, maybe GFS too (Apple is a different kind of company, more luxury brand than tech). In the last few decades, IBM, Intel, Microsoft have lost their dominance to other companies. At the back of that shifting computing dominance. AI is as much of a "fad" as the internet was a fad.

WickedSensitiveCrew

I dont think you can compare the AI bubble to Pets.com. Companies have featured AI in their products for at least 5 years now. I'm too lazy too look up the exact moment. If you have used Google Maps for example you had exposure to AI. Or that whole Watson experiment that IBM did years ago.

abgonzo7588

IBM, QCOM, TFC, TGT, VZ, MPW are all dividend stocks im currently buying

ABeautifulEarth

I've been really thinking about $IBM It's an AI, quantum computing company that is being ignored in the run up. It trades at 51 P/E at the moment which initially appears high, but it's guided for 5% revenue growth and has a pocketbook of AI tools in its possession already. I'll be going long in shares and calls

TheFirstHumanChild

What industry do you work in? I'm in tech and AI has been prevalent for quite a while. IBM Watson has been implemented by banks to identify fraud patterns, customer Service uses chat bots, Legal Tech is doing discovery entirely with AI and not using paralegals anymore, hell even sports technology is embracing AI to predict injury recovery. It's going to be as big of a deal as the internet was. For this reason, I'm buying cloud storage stocks everywhere I can. The amount of storage required to have enough data for AI to create models from is going to be enormous.

TheCamerlengo

I think there was a big difference between the core Watson team and those being trained on how to use it as a service. I think for IBM it was all marketing. Get on a sales call and introduce this person as a member of the Watson team - instant credibility, but likely untrue. I was working on small R&D projects at the time and there would be IBM trying to get a part of it and I just started noticing how everyone would say - yeah I was part of Watson. Like really, you helped defeat that Jennings guy on Jeopardy and you are on this call? What did you do to deserve this?

BastardSamuri

Lot of chatter here on IBM lately. I like it.

EnsignElessar

The people working on Watson was likely true as IBM did not have a single Watson but multiple versions. (Correct me if I am wrong, I heard that from another person who claimed to work at IBM)

Eastern-Cranberry84

I'll be thoroughly looking at IBM, Target I might hold off on simply because I thought BUD would stop but it kept dumping.

ABeautifulEarth

I feel like I am seeing the board clearly today. Targeting: -Target Calls and common stock -RIVN calls and common stock -IBM calls and common stock Debt ceiling blow off top . And then dump tomorrow.

TheCamerlengo

After Watson debut, IBMers would show up all over the place saying they were on the Watson team. I met like 10 IBMers on various calls that were all part of Watson - like yeah right. They were brash and arrogant claiming they could use Watson to cure cancer in a few months. Ridiculous claims. IBM tools were awful and expensive and it’s cloud platform was painful.

Relevant_Armadillo25

Mature Companies Leveraging AI AI is no longer confined to tech giants and startups. Many well-established companies are integrating AI into their operations to drive growth and efficiency. Here are some blue-chip companies incorporating AI into their business models in unique ways: 1. IBM: IBM has been a pioneer in AI with products like Watson\[15\]. They now offer the WatsonX suite of AI tools for enterprise customers to build, deploy, and manage their AI models. 2. Amazon: Amazon has integrated AI into various aspects of its business, such as Alexa, its voice-controlled virtual assistant, which utilizes natural language processing and machine learning\[3\]. 3. Adobe: Adobe uses AI in their Experience Cloud product, a marketing and analytics suite that offers predictive capabilities and other advanced features\[12\]. 4. Alibaba: The world's largest eCommerce platform incorporates AI in multiple ways, such as improving search, recommendation engines, and customer services\[6\]. 5. Microsoft: Microsoft has incorporated AI into its Office suite and cloud services, enhancing user experience and driving productivity improvements\[14\]. 6. Mercedes-Benz: In collaboration with SoundHound, Mercedes-Benz has introduced voice-enabled AI solutions to improve user experiences in their vehicles\[21\]. These companies have built their businesses on innovation and are leveraging AI to transform and scale their operations further. However, it's essential to evaluate each company based on other factors like financial performance, management strategies, and market trends before making any investment decisions.

idlefordays

Look at IBM if you’re wanting some really juicy dividend stocks too and they say AI on their earnings too so 🚀🚀

Thencewasit

When IBM announced the first commercial use for its Waston AI supercomputer, its stock was trading at $155 more than a decade ago. Today IBM closed at $128. That’s what AI can do for you.

Not-a-Cat_69

IBM is for boomers

StarvingOprah

I often get IBM and Intel confused and I'm not sorry.

cutiesarustimes2

IBM Plans To Replace Nearly 8,000 Jobs With AI, per Benzinga Rip?

rainniier2

Do not invest in IBM* *not financial advice

Squeakyduckquack

Back when when IBM was the big daddy of tech

BrotherAmazing

During the recent “Great Goods Inflation Epidemic” I notice people were willing to pay $3,000 for some of the most popular Jetson NVIDIA AI/ML “edge” GPU dev kits that they ran out of stock of that had been like $600 MSRP and I thought “Now they must have some pricing power!” and bought more shares. Unfortunately, I only bought like 10 more shares and I’m still holding and will likely hold for another 10 years and we’ll look back at NVDA as an analogue to INTC or IBM and this may be the all-time peak now since I al holding, but I can still dream, can’t I?

Solid-Cranberry-4035

Point I'm trying to make is... Ansible helps manage the deployment of software and configuration of systems, including complex environments with many interconnected services and components like a hybrid cloud setup ((( IBM ))) with the NVIDIA DGX Platform. When you make something that's complex easy, value is added to that complex thing. In this case, it is JMHO that IBM's hybrid cloud approach is ideal for optimal AI adoption and many shy away due to complexity of it all. NVDIA's new announcement tells us they're focusing on hybrid cloud which may be indicative that IBM has been on the right track with its laser focused hybrid cloud approach. NVIDIA's official release... [https://resources.nvidia.com/en-us-dgx-platform/nvidia-dgx-platform-solution-overview-web-us](https://resources.nvidia.com/en-us-dgx-platform/nvidia-dgx-platform-solution-overview-web-us)

HELP_ALLOWED

I mean IBM ai hasn't been great...

radehart

Think I'll buy IBM.

ohmanilovethissong

Feels like the same thing could have been said 10 years ago when IBM was running all those AI ads.

slammerbar

It just feels exactly like a spac/WSB fake rally, Im truly flabbergasted. Where is Dell and IBM in all this? Surely they can’t just be making “home computers”?

nanaboostme

$IBM +5% div but they boomer AI

Psych_Yer_Out

ChatGPT answer: "There are several companies that are utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) and have the potential to generate significant revenue. While it's important to note that market conditions can change rapidly, and it's always wise to conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions, here are a few notable companies in the AI space: Alphabet Inc. (Google): Google has been a leader in AI research and development for years. Its AI-driven products and services, such as Google Search, Google Assistant, and Google Cloud AI, contribute to its revenue generation potential. Amazon: Amazon is heavily invested in AI, particularly in its e-commerce operations, logistics, and supply chain management. Its AI-powered recommendation system, voice assistant Alexa, and fulfillment centers automation are key drivers of its revenue growth. Microsoft: Microsoft has been investing heavily in AI technologies, with products like Azure AI, Office 365 AI capabilities, and Cognitive Services. Their intelligent cloud offerings and AI-driven software solutions have strong revenue potential. Apple: Apple has been incorporating AI into various products, including Siri, facial recognition technology, and personalized recommendations on the App Store. As AI becomes increasingly important in consumer electronics, Apple's focus on privacy and user experience could lead to significant revenue growth. NVIDIA: NVIDIA is a leading provider of GPUs (graphics processing units) that are widely used in AI and machine learning applications. Their GPUs power AI infrastructure in data centers and enable high-performance computing for AI research and development. Tesla: Tesla's focus on autonomous driving technology and AI-driven features in their electric vehicles positions them as a key player in the AI industry. Their software advancements, including the Autopilot system, could lead to substantial revenue growth. Alibaba: Alibaba is a Chinese e-commerce conglomerate that heavily employs AI in various aspects of its business, including customer service, logistics, and personalized recommendations. As one of the largest e-commerce companies globally, Alibaba's AI investments can potentially generate significant revenue. IBM: IBM has a long history in AI research and development, with its Watson AI platform being one of its flagship products. The company offers AI solutions across industries, such as healthcare, finance, and cybersecurity, which contribute to its revenue potential. Facebook: Facebook employs AI extensively for content moderation, ad targeting, and personalized recommendations. The company's large user base and data-driven approach make it well-positioned to generate significant revenue through AI-powered advertising and services. Salesforce: Salesforce integrates AI into its customer relationship management (CRM) platform, enabling businesses to leverage AI for sales, marketing, and customer service. Their AI-powered solutions can help organizations enhance productivity and drive revenue growth. Remember that investing in stocks involves risks, and market dynamics can change rapidly. It's important to conduct thorough research, consider your investment goals and risk tolerance, and consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decision"

Moaning-Squirtle

Well, the same applied to the internet in 2000. Everyone knew it was a huge deal and stock prices reflected that. However, it was still an awful investment. I will happily admit that I have *no clue* what will happen to NVDA's stock price. NVDA could continue rising like Apple but it could also be like Cisco, IBM or Qualcomm. It's not unreasonable for the market cap to rise to $2T and just stay flat for a decade.

FudFomo

Go Google Enron. Or the Nifty Fifty. Or Blackberry. Or IBM. Seriously, cash most of it out and roll it into index funds with some diversification. You are playing roulette with your life savings.

cosmicchopsuey

IBM, QBTS, IONQ, QUBT these are some in my list

rickny0

Everything on one stock is an extremely bad idea. I had a friend whose father worked at IBM, then he worked at IBM, and fully expected to be there for life. Held all his IBM stock. When IBM collapsed due to mainframes not being a thing anymore, he lost it all and his job and committed suicide. You don't need to be extremely diversified, but everything on one bet is a really really bad idea.

Catsoverall

Business failire or drastic devaluation is not uncommon. Yahoo, 3dfx, IBM, nokia, blockbuater, BHS, Woolworths...lost goes on and on.

Secret_Holiday2724

IBM was also "ahead" in AI

Vast_Cricket

I vividly recall in 1993 at IBM stock share holders meeting, IBM stock tanked -70%. A 80 year widow said her husband worked at IBM for 49 years and bought every share of IBM stock from his paycheck (no option). Do not sell it even after his death because it would be worth 10X more. She lived on the dividend w/ no social security. That year IBM did not pay dividend and her stock holding was worth 30% of what it was when he was alive. The same thing has applied to Yahoo, HP or may be that big search engine co. some day. It is behind in technology. You need to talk to a tax wise CPA how to preserve it. Set a trust, charity etc.

yummi_1

I also think IBM is a head in the quantum field.

RadicalRaid

I used my 8 GB RAM M1 processor MacBook Air for pretty intense game development for over a year and it worked great. The M1 is a fantastic processor, and the M1 Max is just insane. Seriously, my colleagues and I were all surprised by how well this little M1 could handle our game in-engine perfectly fine at 90+ FPS. The only reason I upgraded to a MacBook Pro was because I need the extra RAM for several Dockers to run our multiplayer servers locally for testing. Yes it's expensive if you look at just the specs. But in practise, it's an insane piece of hardware with a fantastic screen, battery life, and processing power. I'm sure it's not for everybody though. I used to run on different distros of Linux on my IBM and that was great. But I'll definitely never go back, and none of my colleagues will either.

wearahat03

Funny you should say that. iPhone 1 release date = June 2007. Apple market cap = $106bn Largest company @ mid 2007 = Exxon Mobil @ 472bn when oil was >$100 and spiking up Microsoft was the largest tech company @ 281bn market cap. The only 'tech' companies larger than AAPL was CSCO, INTC and IBM all trading in 100-200bn range. So if you adjust the timescale, NVDA is in the same spot AAPL was when they released the iPhone 1. In 2007, it was MSFT, IBM, CSCO, INTC then AAPL. In 2023, it is AAPL, MSFT, GOOG, AMZN then NVDA. MSFT - the largest company back then was 2.8 times larger than AAPL back then. AAPL today is 2.8 times larger than NVDA now. In 1983, the largest company was worth ~30bn. In 2003, the largest company was worth ~300bn. In 2023, the largest company is worth 2750bn. In 2043, the largest company following the above trend, c