
Accenture Plc (ACN) Stock Forecast & Price Target
Accenture Plc (ACN) Analyst Ratings
Bulls say
Accenture demonstrated solid operational efficiency with operating margins of 15.1%, showing a slight increase year-over-year, while maintaining strong utilization rates at 93%. The company's significant reliance on top ecosystem partners contributed to a 9% year-over-year revenue growth in this segment, highlighting the strength of its collaborative relationships. Additionally, with expectations to return approximately $1 billion more to shareholders in FY26 alongside a 10% dividend increase, Accenture is poised for continued financial strength and shareholder value enhancement.
Bears say
The analysis presents a cautious outlook on Accenture’s stock, primarily due to projected low top-line growth driven by ongoing mergers and acquisitions focusing on digital technologies. Operating metrics reveal a year-over-year decline in operating margins of 270 basis points, alongside a contraction of 65 basis points in gross margins, despite some areas such as GenAI contributing positively. Investor concerns regarding pricing pressures, a challenging demand environment, and anticipated declines in free cash flow further compound the negative sentiment, amidst uncertainty surrounding new bookings and revenue conversion challenges.
This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of Accenture Plc and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.
Accenture Plc (ACN) Analyst Forecast & Price Prediction
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