NYSE:ACN

Accenture Ltd. (ACN)

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-3.83 (2.75%)
as of Jul 10, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 9 opinions in the last 12 months.

Accenture Ltd. (ACN) is facing significant market skepticism due to the perceived threats posed by AI technology, leading to a 36% decline in its stock value over the past year. Experts note that while AI may indeed affect consulting practices, ACN has the potential to leverage AI tools to increase efficiency rather than be completely supplanted. Some analysts argue that the fear surrounding AI disruptions is overblown, emphasizing that firms will continue to require consultancy services. Furthermore, the company's fundamentals remain strong, with attractive dividend yields and buyback strategies. Nonetheless, there is caution regarding potential layoffs and the long-term impact of AI on discretionary IT spending, suggesting a mixed outlook for the consulting giant.

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Mixed
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Undervalued
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BUY

A big buy signal (candle) came in in June, and a short-term one late September. Something big changes, and then it's reflected in the charts.

BUY

They are doing a great job and have a great deal with Nvidia.

BUY

An essential player in the AI transition.

TOP PICK

A serial dividend increaser and share buyback story. Has returned 20% annualized over the past 10 years. Is well-positioned in a recession. Best of breed. Has owned this a while and always buys on pullbacks.

(Analysts’ price target is $341.00)
DON'T BUY

They report Thursday. Shares have fallen the past quarter, which is a shame since they should be at the forefront of AI integration into the enterprise. But they're in a tailspin, after cutting their revenue forecast.

PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Apr 28/23, Up 9%)

Gives exposure to AI. You get dividend increases and share buybacks. The current sell-off is due to the global outlook of corporate IT spend. Buy on dips, like now. He likes it long term.

BUY ON WEAKNESS

It's a sleepy stock we don't talk about enough. Wish she owned it. Growth estimates are 11.5%. Shares are up 120% in the last 5 years, beating the S&P. Could be a good entry point if the report is weak.

WATCH
reports Thursday

He's owned this since November 2020. It peaked December 2021. You will glimpse the state of commercial IT spending, which has seen friction. We need to see bookings increase; grow will slow and analysts carry muted expectations. The report could break the positive momentum in the stock or take out the Dec. 2021 high. A critical report.

TOP PICK

Behemoth in consulting and outsourcing. Partnerships with all the big cloud guys. Big Fortune 500 clients. 19 acquisitions this year. Innovation hubs. Life sciences. Generative AI collaboration. Buy in thirds here, at $316, and $300. Yield is 1%.

(Analysts’ price target is $332.61)
BUY

It is a consulting firm with great free cash flow. It executes well and has grown rapidly over the last while.

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TOP PICK

Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, it offers Strategy and Consulting, Interactive, Technology and Operations services - all powered by the world's largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. Its 514,000 people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries. It embraces the power of change to create value and shared success for its clients, people, shareholders, partners and communities.

PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick Jun 22/22, Up 10%)

Great company. The go-to people, and they actually walk the walk on AI. Even if we go into a recession, this business is very sticky. Price target of $315.50, but he wouldn't be surprised if it goes higher. Yield is around 1.6%.

BUY

This is a pretty phenomenal company and is a leader in the consultancy business with hundreds of thousands of employees. They do what they teach and it runs a virtual boardroom. It is well priced.

(Analysts’ price target is $315.00)
TOP PICK

Large consulting company with tech exposure.
High margin business with low capital requirements.
Current share price presenting good buying opportunity.
Will be a good stock to hold for long term investors.

PARTIAL SELL

Outsourcing powerhouse. Amazing company. Pretty well priced, as his target is $315. Embraced the metaverse. Really likes it, he still has a 1% position. He'll trim as it approaches its price target.

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