Summary
Accenture plc reported solid revenue growth for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, with revenues increasing by 6% in U.S. dollars and 5% in local currency to $18.7 billion. This growth was driven by strong performance in the Asia Pacific region and robust demand in the Financial Services and Communications, Media & Technology sectors. The company also saw a significant increase in new bookings, up 12% in U.S. dollars to $20.9 billion, indicating strong future demand for its services. While revenue growth was positive, operating income saw a slight decrease of 3% to $2.9 billion, resulting in a lower operating margin of 15.3% compared to 16.7% in the prior year. This was impacted by $308 million in business optimization costs. Excluding these costs, the adjusted operating margin was 17.0%. Diluted earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter were $3.54, a 1% decrease from the prior year's $3.59, but adjusted diluted EPS increased by 10% to $3.94, demonstrating the company's underlying operational strength. Accenture returned $3.3 billion to shareholders in the quarter through dividends and share repurchases, highlighting its commitment to capital return. The company's liquidity remains strong with $9.6 billion in cash and cash equivalents. The financial results reflect a company navigating a dynamic economic landscape while continuing to invest in digital transformation and AI capabilities for its clients.
Financial Highlights
55 data points| Revenue | $18.74B |
| Cost of Revenue | $12.55B |
| Gross Profit | $6.20B |
| Operating Expenses | $15.87B |
| Operating Income | $2.87B |
| Interest Expense | $65.36M |
| Net Income | $2.21B |
| EPS (Basic) | $3.57 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $3.54 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 619.31M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 626.04M |
Key Highlights
- 1Revenue growth of 6% in U.S. dollars ($18.7 billion) and 5% in local currency for Q1 FY2026.
- 2New bookings increased by 12% in U.S. dollars to $20.9 billion, signaling strong future demand.
- 3Operating income decreased by 3% to $2.9 billion, with operating margin at 15.3%, impacted by $308 million in business optimization costs.
- 4Adjusted operating margin (excluding business optimization costs) was 17.0%.
- 5Diluted EPS was $3.54, down 1% year-over-year, while adjusted diluted EPS increased 10% to $3.94.
- 6Significant capital return to shareholders totaling $3.3 billion in Q1 FY2026, comprising $1.0 billion in dividends and $2.3 billion in share repurchases.
- 7Strong liquidity position with $9.6 billion in cash and cash equivalents as of November 30, 2025.