William Blair analyst Maggie Nolan has maintained their bullish stance on ACN stock, giving a Buy rating yesterday.
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Maggie Nolan’s rating is based on Accenture’s impressive performance and strategic positioning in the market. The company reported stronger-than-expected results in its fiscal fourth quarter, surpassing forecasts in revenue, operating margin, and earnings per share. Despite challenges in the macroeconomic environment and federal business headwinds, Accenture achieved a notable 7.3% revenue growth for the quarter and 7.4% for the year.
Accenture’s robust bookings, particularly in the area of artificial intelligence, played a significant role in the Buy rating. The company recorded $80.6 billion in bookings for fiscal 2025, with a remarkable 80% year-over-year growth in GenAI bookings during the fourth quarter. Additionally, Accenture’s strong partner ecosystem and strategic adjustments to minimize the impact of potential H-1B visa fee changes further support the positive outlook. These factors collectively suggest a promising future for Accenture, justifying the Buy rating.
In another report released yesterday, UBS also maintained a Buy rating on the stock with a $315.00 price target.