
The software industry has been under pressure due to the macroeconomic headwinds. However, the industry will likely grow steadily in the long run, thanks to the strong demand for its products and services. So, investors can consider buying quality software stocks VMware, Inc. (VMW), F5, Inc. (FFIV), and Yext, Inc. (YEXT).
According to Gartner, global government IT spending is expected to reach $589.80 billion in 2023, a 7.6% rise from 2022. In 2023, the software will continue to be the fastest-expanding sector. Also, global government software spending is estimated to reach $183.73 billion in 2023, representing a 13.5% increase over 2022.