SHERIDAN, WYOMING – May 6, 2025 – IBM (NYSE: IBM) has announced a landmark $150 billion investment in the United States over the next five years, reinforcing its leadership in high-performance computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced manufacturing. The initiative includes a $30 billion commitment to research and development, ensuring that America remains at the forefront of next-generation technologies such as quantum computing and mainframe systems.
This strategic infusion of capital underscores IBM's long-standing dedication to domestic innovation and its central role in driving the U.S. digital economy. As one of the largest technology employers in the country, IBM’s move is poised to stimulate job creation, enhance national security, and strengthen global competitiveness in critical tech sectors.
Pioneering the Future of Computing
At the heart of this investment is IBM’s ongoing development and domestic manufacturing of advanced computing systems. The company’s Poughkeepsie, New York facility continues to serve as the global production hub for IBM mainframes—high-performance systems that underpin more than 70% of global transactions by value.
The initiative also deepens IBM’s leadership in quantum computing—a transformative technology capable of solving problems that are currently beyond the reach of classical computers. IBM’s Quantum System Two and its expanding quantum fleet are engineered and assembled in the U.S., anchoring America’s position as a world leader in this emerging field.
“Technology doesn't just build the future — it defines it,” said Arvind Krishna, IBM chairman, president and chief executive officer. “We have been focused on American jobs and manufacturing since our founding 114 years ago, and with this investment and manufacturing commitment we are ensuring that IBM remains the epicenter of the world's most advanced computing and AI capabilities.”
Strategic Benefits for Industry and Economy
IBM’s $150 billion commitment is designed to generate tangible returns for the American economy and its technology landscape. The multifaceted investment strategy focuses on:
- Strengthening domestic production of mission-critical hardware, including mainframes and quantum systems.
- Fueling R&D breakthroughs in quantum computing, AI, and hybrid cloud technologies.
- Enabling workforce growth and high-skill job opportunities in STEM fields across the U.S.
- Supporting industries such as finance, healthcare, and telecommunications through advanced infrastructure.
IBM’s technological backbone has historically powered major national achievements—from enabling the U.S. Social Security System to supporting the Apollo Program. With this investment, IBM aims to usher in a new era of computing capability that addresses the evolving needs of global enterprises and government institutions.
Quantum Ecosystem Expansion
IBM operates the world’s largest fleet of quantum computers and leads a thriving global ecosystem through its IBM Quantum Network. This network offers access to IBM’s quantum systems for nearly 300 Fortune 500 companies, startups, academic institutions, and national labs, with more than 600,000 active users already leveraging the platform.
Quantum computing is widely considered the next major technological platform shift, offering vast potential across sectors including logistics, pharmaceutical research, materials science, and cybersecurity.
“Enabling these solutions will not only help us better understand the fundamentals of how the world works but are projected to transform American competitiveness, jobs, and national security,” IBM stated in its announcement.
Driving Forward American Technological Leadership
This renewed commitment to U.S.-based innovation affirms IBM’s strategic vision and its role as a catalyst for national progress. By concentrating resources on advanced computing capabilities, IBM is positioning the U.S. to lead in both economic development and technological resilience.
As industries evolve and the digital transformation accelerates, IBM’s robust infrastructure and innovation-first approach will continue to empower businesses and governments alike to unlock value, reduce costs, and achieve new performance thresholds.
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