The SEC classifies these issuers under “Computer & office Equipment” (SIC 3570). A shared code is a starting point for finding comparable businesses. Product mix, geography and customers can still differ substantially. Read the company descriptions before treating the group as direct competitors.
Align the reporting periods before comparing annual results. Companies with different year ends report different 12-month windows.
| Fiscal year end (SEC) | Companies |
|---|---|
| October 31 | HPE, HPQ |
| December 31 | IBM |
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IBM provides hybrid-cloud software, consulting, and mainframe systems to large enterprises and governments. Its Red Hat and watsonx platforms anchor a strategy built around open hybrid cloud and enterprise AI.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise sells servers, storage, networking, and hybrid-cloud infrastructure to businesses.
HP Inc. makes personal computers, printers, and related supplies for consumers and businesses worldwide.
Compare Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company and International Business Machines Corporation: business context, fiscal calendars and official filings.
Compare HP Inc. and International Business Machines Corporation: business context, fiscal calendars and official filings.
Compare Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company and HP Inc.: business context, fiscal calendars and official filings.
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