10-QPeriod: Q2 FY2026

Accenture plc Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Feb 28, 2026

Filed March 19, 2026For Securities:ACN

Summary

Accenture plc (ACN) reported solid financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2026, demonstrating continued revenue growth and improved profitability. Revenues increased by 8% in U.S. dollars (4% in local currency) year-over-year, driven by strong performance across geographic markets like Asia Pacific and key industry groups such as Communications, Media & Technology and Financial Services. The company also saw positive momentum in its managed services business, with a 10% revenue increase in U.S. dollars. Profitability metrics showed improvement, with operating margin reaching 13.8%, up from 13.5% in the prior year's quarter. Diluted earnings per share (EPS) also grew by 4% to $2.93. The company maintained a healthy utilization rate of 93% and managed its workforce effectively, with annualized attrition remaining consistent year-over-year. Accenture returned substantial capital to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases, underscoring its commitment to shareholder value. Despite economic uncertainties, the company continues to invest in strategic areas like AI and digital transformation, positioning itself for future growth.

Financial Highlights

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Beta

Revenue

$18.04B

30.3% Gross Margin

Net Income

$1.83B

10.1% Net Margin

EPS (Diluted)

$2.93

Total Assets

$67.06B

Cash & Equivalents

$9.40B

Free Cash Flow

$3.67B

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$18.04B
Cost of Revenue$12.58B
Gross Profit$5.46B
Operating Expenses$15.55B
Operating Income$2.49B
Interest Expense$63.57M
Net Income$1.83B
EPS (Basic)$2.96
EPS (Diluted)$2.93
Shares Outstanding (Basic)616.99M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)622.64M

Key Highlights

  • 1Revenues increased 8% in U.S. dollars to $18.0 billion (4% in local currency) for the second quarter of fiscal 2026, compared to the prior year.
  • 2Operating margin improved to 13.8% in Q2 FY26, up from 13.5% in Q2 FY25.
  • 3Diluted earnings per share (EPS) rose by 4% to $2.93 in Q2 FY26, compared to $2.82 in Q2 FY25.
  • 4New bookings reached $22.1 billion for the second quarter of fiscal 2026, a 6% increase in U.S. dollars (1% in local currency).
  • 5The company returned $2.7 billion to shareholders in Q2 FY26, comprising $1.0 billion in dividends and $1.7 billion in share repurchases.
  • 6Workforce utilization remained strong at 93% for the second quarter of fiscal 2026.
  • 7Total assets grew to $67.1 billion as of February 28, 2026, up from $65.4 billion as of August 31, 2025.

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