Rothschild & Co has downgraded Accenture PLC (ACN) to a Neutral rating from Buy, a move that underscores growing caution regarding the company's future performance. This revision, effective September 2, 2025, may reflect concerns about competitive pressures, market conditions, or execution risks that could impact Accenture's operations.
Currently priced at $248.05, Accenture is a global professional services company headquartered in Dublin, specializing in strategy and consulting, technology, and operations. With a market capitalization of $149.5 billion, the company employs 779,000 full-time staff and aims to help organizations build their digital core and enhance operations.
As of November 1, 2025, the analyst consensus for Accenture remains a Buy, with 8 Strong Buy, 11 Buy, 12 Hold, 1 Sell, and no Strong Sell ratings among 32 analysts. The company is set to announce its next earnings on June 18, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $3.75 and revenue expectations of $19.0 billion. This follows a series of earnings surprises in previous quarters, further emphasizing the dynamic nature of its financial performance.
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