Software companies are part of the computer industry, and they provide products in one of four categories: system services, programming services, open-source, and software as a service (SaaS).
Software companies generate revenue from maintenance services, software licenses, support services, subscription fees, and more. Software companies are also some of the world’s top developers of enterprise solutions.
Top IT Companies in USA
1. Microsoft Corp. (MSFT)
Microsoft Corporation, the Redmond, Washington, USA-based company not needs the introduction. Microsoft retains the top position among software companies in the USA.
Microsoft’s most popular products are Windows, Server, Office, and other related software applications. Nowadays, Microsoft has a market cap of $1.6Trillion, EPS of 5.74, a P/E ratio of 27.67, and a dividend yield of 2.04.
Microsoft corporation sells a broad array of software development and services areas. Microsoft provides desktop processing services for individuals and companies through Microsoft Office Suite.
Microsoft work as the largest software company in the world. Microsoft provides server applications, software development, a host of operating systems, and other products.
Microsoft also a leader in cloud computing technology and services, as well as a seller of video game consoles, digital music services, and more.
2. Adobe Systems, Inc. (ADBE)
Adobe is listed in NASDAQ. Adobe, primarily known for its product Acrobat Reader, has a diversified portfolio of offerings. Adobe has a wide range of software services and products for content management, products, media, compatible across a range of systems and devices.
Nowadays, Adobe has a market cap of $162.1B, an EPS of 6.60, and a high P/E ratio of 50.84 Adobe ranks among the top U.S. software companies.
Adobe specializes in software products used across electronic media and all types of print. Adobe is known for products such as Cloud Suite, Experience Cloud, Adobe Creative Document Cloud, and among other creativity software products and multimedia, as well as digital marketing tools.
3. Oracle Corp.(ORCL)
Oracle Finance is a global leader in database solutions and an established provider of middleware, services, enterprise software, and products, along with computer hardware. It has primarily grown based on global acquisitions. Its P/E ratio is 15.07, the market cap is reported to be $153.7B, and EPS is 3.18.
Oracle builds enterprise information management software for workstations, network computers, mainframes, PCs, personal digital assistants, and other devices.
Oracle’s products are designed for use in marketing, service, sales, finance, supply chain, human resources, and manufacturing, and other areas. Oracle also provides cloud services and infrastructure.
4. Salesforce Inc.(CRM)
Salesforce is listed on NYSE. Salesforce operates in enterprise cloud computing and services, social enterprise software, and solutions. Its entire suite of services is available through apps, browsers, and mobile devices. It has a P/E ratio of 164.93, a market cap of $131.1B, and its EPS is 0.90.
Salesforce is best known for its technology platform that allows customers and developers to create and run business-related applications.
5. International Business Machines Corp.(IBM)
IBM is listed in NYSE. IBM has five divisions: Global Business Services, Global Technology Services, Systems and Technology, Software, and Global Financing.
One of the oldest Information Technologies (IT) companies in the world, IBM is a among the top software companies in the U.S. IBM has a P/E ratio of 10.22, a market cap of $95.9B, and a dividend yield of 6.48.
6. Hewlett-Packard Co. (HPQ)
HP is listed in NYSE. HP is a global provider of technologies, software, solutions, and products to individual consumers as well as large enterprises. It has a P/E ratio of 14.7, a market cap of $72B, EPS of 2.62, and institutional ownership of 80%.
7. Fiserv (FISV)
Fiserv is listed on the NASDAQ. Fiserv is a software company serving the financial services development industry. It has a P/E ratio of 60.48, a market cap of $70.2B, and an EPS of 1.71.
In 2019, Fiserv acquired payment processor First Data, which JP Morgan estimated would boost its adjusted earnings per share by more than 20 percent in the full first year.
8. Intuit Corp. (INTU)
Intuit is a solution provider and software for the business and financial sectors. Its consumer base includes institutions, small businesses, finance professionals, and individuals.
It has a P/E ratio of 42.27, EPS of 6.18, a market cap of $68.1B, and a dividend yield of 2.12.
Business and financial software company Intuit is best known for its accounting software QuickBooks and its tax preparation software TurboTax. The company’s products are designed for small businesses, individuals, and accountants
9. ServiceNow (NOW)
ServiceNow is a cloud computing company that creates digital solutions for enterprise companies to manage their employee, IT, and customer workflows. ServiceNow has a P/E ratio of 90.46, a market cap of $54.6B, and an EPS of 3.18.
10.VMware. Inc. (VMW)
Based in Palo Alto, VMware provides cloud, virtualization, and related software and services. VMWare was acquired by EMC Corp. in 2004 and listed on the NYSE in 2007. With a market cap of $45.1B and a P/E ratio of 7.15, VMW, although a subsidiary of EMC, remains a top U.S. software company in terms of market cap.
VMware is a cloud computing and virtualization software company specializing in products addressing a broad range of information technology (IT) issues. VMware software is designed to address business continuity concerns, operational inefficiencies, software lifecycle issues, and to provide general desktop management tools.
