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Accenture maintains a robust, asset-light service model, yet its reliance on aggressive acquisition-led growth has pushed goodwill to $25.3 billion, representing a significant portion of its $68.8 billion asset base. While the firm generates consistent free ca...
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Revenue growth has fluctuated between -0.6% and 9.0% over the last ten quarters, while gross margins remain structurally capped within the 30.3% to 33.5% range.
Accenture has demonstrated consistent revenue growth, with $18.7 billion in Q1 FY2026 revenue and $20.9 billion in new bookings.
The company's balanced mix of consulting and managed services provides resilience and diversified revenue streams.
Accenture has historically delivered strong long-term returns with lower volatility than the market, outperforming the S&P 500 over decades.
Trailing total returns as of 9/23/2026, which may include dividends or other distributions. Benchmark is S&P 500 (^GSPC).
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q3 2026Latest Jun 18, 2026 | $3.80+2.7% vs $3.70 | $18.7B-0.3% vs $18.8B |
Q2 2026 Mar 19, 2026 | $2.93+2.4% vs $2.86 | $18.0B+1.1% vs $17.8B |
Q4 2025 Dec 18, 2025 | $3.94+5.3% vs $3.74 | $18.7B+1.2% vs $18.5B |
Q4 2025 Sep 25, 2025 | $3.03+1.7% vs $2.98 | $17.6B+1.3% vs $17.4B |
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Accenture plc remains undervalued, trading at a 24% discount to its $244 intrinsic value, and is rated a solid 'Buy.' AI poses risks to consulting revenue and pricing, but ACN's partnerships with Google Gemini and Anthropic position it to capture AI-driven demand. Despite margin and book-to-bill ratio pressures, ACN's low valuation multiples and robust consulting demand in uncertain times support long-term upside.
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Key metrics vs top competitors for Accenture plc (ACN)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $183.72 | $112.43B | 15.12 | 7.36% | 11.02% | 25.01% | 3.18% | |
| $231.38 | $217.99B | 20.71 | 7.62% | 15.52% | 33.43% | — | |
| $58.68 | $26.43B | 12.90 | 6.95% | 10.26% | 14.94% | — | |
| $1.69 | $16.72B | 12.89 | 3.97% | 13.92% | 15.43% | — | |
| $10.76 | $43.66B | 12.96 | 4.57% | 16.38% | 32.84% | — | |
| $111.54 | $5.83B | 16.60 | 15.42% | 7.15% | 11.19% | — |
Accenture plc (ACN) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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Accenture plc (ACN) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
Jun 23, 2026·SEC
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Accenture plc (ACN) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Accenture plc (ACN) reported $73.10B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 460% increase from $13.06B in 2001.
Accenture plc (ACN) grew revenue by 7.4% over the past year. This is steady growth.
Yes, Accenture plc (ACN) is profitable, generating $7.82B in net income for fiscal year 2025 (11.0% net margin).
Yes, Accenture plc (ACN) pays a dividend with a yield of 3.18%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
Accenture plc (ACN) has a return on equity (ROE) of 25.0%. This is excellent, indicating efficient use of shareholder capital.
Accenture plc (ACN) generated $12.58B in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.
