Accenture plc (ACN) Earnings Call Transcripts

Accenture plc's Latest Earnings Call - Q4 FY2026

In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026, Accenture plc reported revenue of $18.7 billion, reflecting a 7% growth in local currency, exceeding guidance expectations. The company achieved adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of $3.29, up 9% year-over-year. For fiscal 2027, management provided guidance for revenue growth of 3% to 6% in local currency, with an expected EPS range of $14.39 to $14.81, indicating a cautious outlook amid a dynamic macro environment.

Reported metrics

Guidance from management

For Q1 FY '27, revenue is expected to be between $18.9 billion and $19.6 billion, with full-year revenue growth projected at 3% to 6% in local currency. EPS guidance is set at $14.39 to $14.81.

What management said

Thanks, Angie. We ask that each participant keep to one question and a follow-up to allow as many participants as possible. Operator, you may now provide instructions to those on the line.

Yes, Darrin. Look, we continue to operate in a highly competitive environment. And when you think about pricing in '26, it was overall stable and at the same time, in Q4, we saw lower pricing in many areas of our business. And so as we look to FY '27, our guidance, including our 10 to 30 basis point margin expansion assumes that we're going to have continued intense competition and sort of our current expectations ar...

What analysts pressed on

Analysts expressed concerns over the competitive pricing environment, particularly regarding aggressive pricing strategies from competitors. There were also questions about potential deceleration in organic growth and the impact of federal business on overall performance.

Main topics on the call

• Strong Revenue Growth — Accenture's Q4 revenue of $18.7 billion grew 7% in local currency, surpassing guidance. CEO Julie Sweet noted, "Growth was broad-based across markets, industries and both types of work and we once again took significant ...
• Record Bookings — The company reported $22.2 billion in bookings for Q4, reflecting a 4% increase in U.S. dollars. Sweet highlighted that "37 clients had bookings greater than $100 million," showcasing strong demand.
• AI-Driven Demand — Accenture noted that large-scale reinventions, particularly those driven by AI, are fueling demand. Sweet stated, "Nearly 100 additional clients initiated their first advanced AI work with us this quarter," indicating a ...
• Acquisition Strategy — Accenture deployed $1.9 billion in acquisitions in Q4, including key deals to enhance capabilities in high-growth areas. Sweet emphasized the importance of acquisitions for scaling and deepening industry expertise.

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Earnings Call History

EarningsCalls.dev has 32 Accenture plc earnings call transcripts on record, spanning March 19, 2020 to October 1, 2026. Based on this history, Accenture plc reports quarterly. The most recent call on file is dated October 1, 2026. The full list is below — each row opens the complete, free-to-read transcript.

Ticker

ACN

Exchange

NYSE

Country

US

Sector

Information Technology

Industry

IT Services

Calls on record

32

First call

March 19, 2020

Most recent

October 1, 2026

Reporting cadence

quarterly