01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 10-K filed October 10, 2025. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
Accenture plc reported total revenues of $69.7 billiona for fiscal year 2025, representing a 7% increase in both U.S. dollars and local currency compared to fiscal year 2024.
This growth was driven by strong performance in the Americas and EMEA, with notable contributions from the Financial Services and Products industry groups. The company highlighted its strategic investments totaling $3.3 billionb in fiscal year 2025 across acquisitions, research & development, and talent development, underscoring its focus on innovation, particularly in AI, and scaling its capabilities. While overall revenue growth was solid, operating margin saw a slight decrease to 14.7% from 14.8% in the prior year, primarily due to higher payroll costs.
However, adjusted operating margin improved slightly to 15.6%. The company's workforce grew to approximately 779,000 employees. Accenture also returned $8.3 billionc to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases, signaling a commitment to capital return.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Revenue grew 7% to $69.7 billion in fiscal year 2025, demonstrating consistent top-line expansion.
- Significant strategic investments of $1.5 billion in acquisitions, $0.8 billion in R&D, and $1.0 billion in talent development highlight Accenture's commitment to innovation and future growth, especially in AI.
- Managed Services revenue increased by 9% (in local currency), outpacing Consulting revenue growth (5% in local currency), indicating a stronger demand for ongoing operational services.
- The Americas region showed robust growth, increasing revenues by 9% in local currency, leading overall geographic performance.
- Accenture returned $8.3 billion to shareholders in fiscal year 2025 through dividends ($3.7 billion) and share repurchases ($4.6 billion), signaling a strong focus on capital allocation.
- Despite revenue growth, the reported operating margin slightly declined to 14.7% from 14.8% due to increased payroll costs, though adjusted operating margin saw a modest increase.
- Workforce expanded to approximately 779,000 employees, reflecting continued demand for services and investment in talent.
03—One dollar
Follow one dollar
Of each $1.00 of revenue in FY2025, Accenture plc kept $0.11.
- Revenue$69.67B100.0%
- Cost of revenue−$47.44B68.1%
- Gross profit$22.24B31.9%
- Operating costs−$12.01B17.2%
- Operating income$10.23B14.7%
- Interest, other & tax−$2.55B3.7%
- Net income$7.68B11.0%
Where FY2025 revenue went
$69.67B- Cost of revenue: $47.44B, 68% of revenue
- Other operating costs: $11.19B, 16% of revenue
- Net income: $7.68B, 11% of revenue
- R&D: $817.3M, 1.2% of revenue
- Interest, other & tax: $2.55B, 3.7% of revenue
Kept 11% as net income
Full revenue history →04—Financials
Financial Highlights
Figures from 10-KFY2025filed October 10, 2025Financial Statements
FY2025 against FY2024
| Line item | FY2025FY2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $69.67B$64.90B | +7.4% |
| Cost of Revenue | $47.44B$43.73B | +8.5% |
| Gross Profit | $22.24B$21.16B | +5.1% |
| R&D Expenses | $817.30M$1.15B | −29.0% |
| Operating Expenses | $59.45B$55.30B | +7.5% |
| Operating Income | $10.23B$9.60B | +6.6% |
| Interest Expense | $228.56M$58.97M | +287.6% |
| Net Income | $7.68B$7.26B | +5.7% |
| EPS (Basic) | $12.29$11.57 | +6.2% |
| EPS (Diluted) | $12.15$11.44 | +6.2% |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 624.89M627.85M | −0.5% |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 632.44M635.94M | −0.6% |
05—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Accenture's revenue growth in fiscal year 2025 and what were the key drivers?
Accenture reported a 7% increase in revenue, reaching $69.7 billion for fiscal year 2025, consistent in both U.S. dollars and local currency. Key drivers included strong performance in the Americas and EMEA regions, and growth across various industry groups, particularly Financial Services and Products. Managed Services showed stronger growth (9%) compared to Consulting (5%).
How is Accenture investing in future growth, particularly in AI?
Accenture made significant strategic investments totaling $3.3 billion in fiscal year 2025: $1.5 billion in 23 strategic acquisitions, $0.8 billion in research and development, and approximately $1.0 billion in learning and professional development. The company specifically highlighted a $3 billion multi-year investment initiated in fiscal year 2023 to lead in generative AI, positioning itself to capture future client spend in this area.
What is the outlook for Accenture's operating margin, and what factors are influencing it?
Accenture's reported operating margin for fiscal year 2025 was 14.7%, a slight decrease from 14.8% in fiscal year 2024. This was primarily attributed to higher payroll costs. However, the adjusted operating margin improved to 15.6% from 15.5%. The company continues to manage pricing, cost, and delivery efficiencies to mitigate the impact of compensation increases on profitability.
How is Accenture managing its workforce and talent strategy?
Accenture's workforce grew to approximately 779,000 employees in fiscal year 2025. The company is implementing a refreshed three-pronged talent strategy: investing in upskilling, exiting employees where reskilling isn't viable, and driving operating efficiencies through AI. In fiscal year 2025, approximately $1.0 billion was invested in learning and professional development, with 47 million training hours delivered. Attrition (excluding involuntary terminations) was 14% for the year.
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