Accenture Management
Management criteria checks 2/4
We currently do not have sufficient information about the CEO.
Key information
Julie T. Sweet
Chief executive officer
US$29.6m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 5.23% |
| CEO tenure | 7yrs |
| CEO ownership | 0.003% |
| Management average tenure | 1.7yrs |
| Board average tenure | 7.7yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Aug 30
Accenture Could Blossom with a 3.6% Dividend Yield and AI-Driven Growth
ACN is beaten down right now.... Current price is $189.61 as of 28 Aug 2026.
Narrative Update • Aug 25
ACN: AI Services And Mid-Market Cloud Deals Will Drive Client Modernization
Accenture's updated analyst price target edges higher, with fair value moving from about $179 to $184 as analysts weigh slightly softer revenue growth assumptions against firmer profit margins and a modestly higher future P/E, supported by mixed but generally constructive recent research views on the stock. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Accenture gives you a split picture.Seeking Alpha • Aug 21
Accenture: Bears Are On Wrong Side Of High-ARR AI SaaS-Ification Trend
Summary Accenture plc is undergoing a strategic shift toward high-margin SaaS and OT cybersecurity, decoupling revenue from headcount and targeting a $240B mid-market TAM. I upgrade ACN to Strong Buy, citing a compressed ~13.1x forward P/E versus a potential re-rating to ~23.15x as SaaS revenue grows and platform integration accelerates. ACN is deploying $9B in M&A, acquiring OT cybersecurity assets at ~20x EV/ARR, which, if integrated smoothly, could drive 50%+ ARR growth and margin expansion. Key risks include AI hardware CapEx crowding-out, M&A integration challenges, and short-term consulting revenue pressure; monitoring Edge adoption, book-to-bill, and margin guidance is critical. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Jul 30
ACN: Weaker Bookings And AI Uncertainty Will Pressure Future Market Confidence
The analyst fair value estimate for Accenture has been reduced from $210 to $130 as analysts factor in softer revenue growth assumptions, a lower future P/E multiple, and recent cuts to Street price targets following weaker bookings and more cautious earnings guidance. Analyst Commentary Street research on Accenture has turned more cautious in recent months.
New Narrative • Jul 19
Accenture at $143 is a Coiled Spring
Wall Street is panicking over short-term IT budget freezes and the myth that AI will kill traditional consulting. They’ve severely mispriced a premier global monopoly, creating the ultimate contrarian entry point.Narrative Update • Jul 16
ACN: AI Services And Defense Cloud Contracts Will Drive Client Modernization
Analysts have cut their fair value estimate for Accenture to $179.13 from $227.74 as reduced revenue growth assumptions, a higher discount rate, and lower target P/E multiples, following a wave of price target cuts and rating downgrades, outweigh slightly firmer margin expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Accenture highlights a wide range of views on how the company is executing through softer IT services demand, AI related disruption, and geopolitical headwinds, with many firms resetting valuation frameworks and earnings models after the fiscal Q3 report and updated guidance.New Narrative • Jul 11
High-quality global services company facing an AI-driven valuation reset.
Stock market information for Accenture plc (ACN) Accenture plc is a equity in the USA market. The price is 139.06 USD currently with a change of 1.85 USD (0.01%) from the previous close.Narrative Update • Jul 10
A value stock that's undervalued.
Lijo made no meaningful changes to valuation assumptions. Lijo now holds a position in Accenture.New Narrative • Jul 08
A value stock that's undervalued.
*The Accenture Story: "The Utility Player of the Digital World"* I think of Accenture like the contractor that every Fortune 500 company calls when they need to renovate their entire house, but for business. Reason 1: The Foundation - Built to Last* Accenture isn’t a startup with a cool app.
Narrative Update • Jul 02
ACN: Cybersecurity Expansion And AI Projects Will Reshape Future Earnings Profile
Accenture's updated fair value estimate shifts to $255.64 from $330.00, reflecting analysts' broadly lower price targets and more cautious revenue growth assumptions, partly offset by still solid profitability expectations and a reset to a lower future P/E. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Accenture reflects a reset in expectations after fiscal Q3 results, with most firms trimming price targets and some shifting to more neutral ratings.Analysis Article • Jun 30
Accenture's (NYSE:ACN) Earnings Offer More Than Meets The Eye
The market seemed underwhelmed by the solid earnings posted by Accenture plc ( NYSE:ACN ) recently. Along with the...Analysis Article • Jun 19
Accenture (ACN) Stock Could Be 43.8% Undervalued After Recent Weakness
Accenture stock performance snapshot after recent weakness Accenture (ACN) has drawn fresh attention after a period of weaker share performance, with the stock closing at US$127.98 and showing declines over the past day, week, month, past 3 months, year to date, and year. At the same time, Accenture reports annual revenue of US$72.1b and net income of US$7.6b, with both revenue and net income reported as having positive annual growth. This provides investors with concrete figures to weigh...Narrative Update • Jun 18
ACN: AI Partnerships And Acquisitions Will Underpin Next Wave Of Client Modernization
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Accenture to $227.74 from $244.86. Recent price target cuts across the Street highlight ongoing AI and macro pressures on IT services, alongside expectations for slightly softer revenue growth but steadier margins and a lower future P/E assumption.Narrative Update • Jun 02
ACN: Enterprise AI Partnerships Will Support Next Wave Of Client Modernization
Analysts have trimmed the Accenture price target by about $4 to roughly $245, citing softer IT services spending, lower peer group valuations, and ongoing questions around AI driven disruption and budget pressure. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Accenture highlight a mix of optimism about the company’s long term positioning in AI and consulting, and caution around near term demand, valuation, and the impact of AI on existing revenue streams.Narrative Update • May 12
ACN: Enterprise AI Partnerships And Agent Adoption Will Support Next Modernization Wave
Accenture's updated analyst price target edges slightly lower, with fair value moving from about $250.51 to $249.19 as analysts factor in recent target cuts citing softer bookings, slower enterprise AI spending, and industry wide multiple compression. These pressures are partly balanced by references to solid recent quarters and maintained long term growth frameworks.Narrative Update • Apr 24
ACN: Enterprise AI Partnerships And Agent Adoption Will Drive Next Modernization Wave
Accenture's updated analyst price target edges slightly lower to about $250, as analysts balance recent target cuts tied to softer bookings, cautious macro commentary, and AI adoption uncertainty with some more constructive views following what several described as another solid quarter. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates show a split tape on Accenture, with most firms trimming price targets but framing the latest quarter as solid and the long term AI story as intact, if slower to play through than some previously expected.Narrative Update • Apr 09
ACN: Enterprise AI Partnerships And Adoption Will Drive Next Modernization Wave
Analyst price targets on Accenture have been revised lower in aggregate by a wide range, with several firms cutting their views by $25 to $70, while a smaller group raised targets by $4 to $24. Analysts are factoring in softer bookings, AI related uncertainty and broader multiple compression, despite what some describe as another solid quarter.Narrative Update • Mar 26
ACN: GenAI Partnerships And AI Adoption Will Drive Enterprise Modernization
Accenture's fair value estimate is adjusted from about $283 to $252, as analysts temper revenue growth and profit margin assumptions and apply a lower future P/E multiple in response to a broad wave of reduced price targets, despite generally constructive views on the latest quarterly performance. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Accenture clusters around a common theme, with many firms trimming price targets while still generally acknowledging solid execution and a credible long term story in areas like GenAI and digital transformation.New Narrative • Mar 12
AI And Cloud Demand Will Shape Earnings While Margin Risks Keep Expectations Measured
Catalysts About Accenture Accenture is a global professional services firm that provides consulting, technology, AI and managed services across multiple industries and regions. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Narrative Update • Mar 11
ACN: GenAI Partnerships And Internal Adoption Will Shape Future Enterprise Modernization
Accenture's updated analyst price target edges down to about $283 from roughly $292, as analysts factor in sector wide multiple compression and a more cautious stance on enterprise AI demand and partner spending. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Accenture highlights a mix of optimism and caution, with most firms trimming their price targets while reassessing expectations for AI driven growth, partner spending and overall valuation multiples.New Narrative • Feb 26
AI Infrastructure And Cloud Reinvention Will Transform This Consulting Leader Over The Next Decade
Catalysts About Accenture Accenture is a global professional services firm that helps enterprises use technology and consulting services to reinvent their operations and customer experiences. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?Narrative Update • Feb 25
ACN: GenAI Enterprise Modernization Partnerships Will Drive Future Returns
Accenture’s analyst price targets have been reset lower, with figures such as Citi’s move from $266 to $215 contrasted by higher targets like Truist’s $317, as analysts weigh concerns around near term IT services demand and GenAI related cannibalization against steady margins, exposure to enterprise modernization and the potential support implied by modestly adjusted growth, margin and future P/E assumptions in recent models. Analyst Commentary Recent research commentary on Accenture reflects a split tape, with some firms dialing back expectations and others leaning into the long term GenAI and enterprise modernization story while keeping a close eye on valuation and execution risk.Narrative Update • Feb 10
ACN: GenAI Enterprise Modernization And Partnerships Will Shape Future Returns
Analysts have inched their fair value estimate for Accenture higher by about $0.44 to roughly $292, reflecting recent price target increases and supportive views on GenAI driven enterprise modernization, IT services sentiment, and fresh bullish initiations. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view Accenture as a relatively attractive way to gain exposure to GenAI driven enterprise modernization, highlighting potential for growth tied to client transformation projects.Narrative Update • Jan 27
ACN: GenAI Modernization Partnerships And Cannibalization Risks Will Steer Future Returns
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Accenture higher to about $292, a move of roughly $3, as recent research highlights renewed interest in the stock, supported by fresh coverage and upward price target revisions tied to GenAI driven enterprise modernization potential. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see Accenture as a relatively attractive way to gain exposure to GenAI driven enterprise modernization, with the current valuation framed as reasonable versus its own history.Narrative Update • Jan 09
ACN: Gen AI Enterprise Modernization And IT Services Uncertainty Will Shape Returns
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Accenture higher to about $289 from roughly $281, citing a mix of expected mid single digit growth, generally stable margins, and a P/E that they view as reasonable relative to history, supported by recent initiation commentary that highlights both GenAI related opportunities and current caution around IT services demand. Analyst Commentary Recent initiation reports frame Accenture as a way to gain exposure to enterprise modernization tied to GenAI, while also flagging sector level uncertainty around IT services demand and AI driven disruption.Narrative Update • Dec 14
ACN: Gen AI Adoption And Margin Pressures Will Shape Future Performance
Analysts nudged our Accenture fair value estimate higher to about $281 from $277 as they balance lower sector multiples and lingering margin concerns against solid Q4 execution, resilient FY26 revenue expectations, and growing conviction that Accenture is investing appropriately to capture generative AI driven demand. Analyst Commentary Street research following Accenture's Q4 results and initial FY26 outlook reflects a mixed but generally constructive stance, with most firms lowering price targets to reflect sector multiple compression while maintaining positive or neutral ratings.Narrative Update • Nov 30
ACN: Gen AI Adoption And Margin Pressures Will Shape Sector Performance
Accenture's analyst price target was revised downward by less than $1 per share to $277.08. Analysts cite persistent IT services headwinds, cautious sentiment around AI-driven structural challenges, and gross margin pressures, which are offset by ongoing business transformation efforts.Narrative Update • Nov 16
ACN: Generative AI Investments Will Drive Bookings Momentum And Sector Leadership
Analysts have reduced their price targets for Accenture by a wide margin. Most are citing lingering concerns over IT services demand, ongoing margin pressures, and headwinds from generative AI as key factors behind the downward revisions.Narrative Update • Nov 01
ACN: AI Partnerships And Sector Headwinds Will Shape Performance Through 2026
Accenture's fair value estimate was modestly reduced by analysts to $277.60 from $278.32 per share. This change reflects continued caution around persistent industry challenges, including tepid IT services demand and near-term pressures on margins, despite some resilience from partner-driven growth and investments in generative AI capabilities.Narrative Update • Oct 18
Gen AI And Industry X Investments Will Drive Digital Transformation
Accenture's average analyst price target has been lowered by a considerable margin. Analysts cite mixed fiscal Q4 results, reduced industry multiples, and ongoing margin pressures as primary reasons for the downward revisions.Narrative Update • Oct 04
Gen AI And Industry X Investments Will Drive Digital Transformation
Accenture's analyst price target has been revised downward from approximately $305 to $278 per share. This change reflects recent reductions in projected revenue growth rates and industry-wide valuation multiples, as analysts cite persistent margin pressures and a mixed demand outlook despite ongoing investments in generative AI.Analysis Article • Oct 03
Why Accenture's (NYSE:ACN) Earnings Are Better Than They Seem
The market seemed underwhelmed by last week's earnings announcement from Accenture plc ( NYSE:ACN ) despite the healthy...Analysis Article • Sep 29
Accenture's (NYSE:ACN) Shareholders Will Receive A Bigger Dividend Than Last Year
Accenture plc ( NYSE:ACN ) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend from last year's comparable payment on...CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | US$8b |
| Feb 28 2026 | n/a | n/a | US$8b |
| Nov 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$8b |
| Aug 31 2025 | US$30m | US$2m | US$8b |
| May 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$8b |
| Feb 28 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$8b |
| Nov 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$8b |
| Aug 31 2024 | US$25m | US$2m | US$7b |
| May 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$7b |
| Feb 29 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$7b |
| Nov 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$7b |
| Aug 31 2023 | US$32m | US$2m | US$7b |
| May 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$7b |
| Feb 28 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$7b |
| Nov 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$7b |
| Aug 31 2022 | US$34m | US$1m | US$7b |
| May 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$7b |
| Feb 28 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$6b |
| Nov 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$6b |
| Aug 31 2021 | US$23m | US$1m | US$6b |
| May 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$6b |
| Feb 28 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$5b |
| Nov 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$5b |
| Aug 31 2020 | US$17m | US$1m | US$5b |
Compensation vs Market: Julie T.'s total compensation ($USD29.64M) is above average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD14.76M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Julie T.'s compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.
CEO
Julie T. Sweet (59 yo)
7yrs
Tenure
US$29,641,903
Compensation
Ms. Julie T. Spellman Sweet, JD, has been Chief Executive Officer and Director of Accenture plc since September 01, 2019 and is Chairman of the Board since September 01, 2021. She was Chief Executive Offic...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO & Chairman | 7yrs | US$29.64m | 0.0027% $ 2.9m | |
| Chief Financial Officer | 1.8yrs | US$5.10m | 0.0022% $ 2.4m | |
| Chief Strategy & Services Officer | 1yr | US$9.19m | 0.00095% $ 1.0m | |
| CEO of the Americas & Market Unit Lead of US | 1yr | US$9.00m | 0.0043% $ 4.6m | |
| Chief Executive Officer of EMEA | 2yrs | US$7.36m | 0.00088% $ 946.7k | |
| Chief Operating Officer | 1yr | no data | 0.0026% $ 2.8m | |
| Chief Accounting Officer & Corporate Controller | 5yrs | no data | 0.0016% $ 1.7m | |
| Chief Technology Officer | less than a year | no data | no data | |
| Chief Information Officer | 1.7yrs | no data | no data | |
| Executive Director of Investor Relations | no data | no data | no data | |
| General Counsel & Corporate Secretary | 11.3yrs | no data | 0.0029% $ 3.2m | |
| Global Chief Leadership & Human Resources Officer | 1yr | no data | 0.0011% $ 1.2m |
1.7yrs
Average Tenure
53yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: ACN's management team is not considered experienced ( 1.7 years average tenure), which suggests a new team.
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO & Chairman | 7yrs | US$29.64m | 0.0027% $ 2.9m | |
| Independent Lead Director | 10.9yrs | US$447.99k | 0.0016% $ 1.7m | |
| Independent Director | 9.2yrs | US$402.48k | 0.0016% $ 1.7m | |
| Independent Director | 1.6yrs | US$301.09k | 0.000050% $ 53.8k | |
| Independent Director | 3.4yrs | US$439.57k | 0.00053% $ 570.2k | |
| Independent Director | 10.2yrs | US$396.12k | 0.0013% $ 1.4m | |
| Independent Director | 2.7yrs | US$399.35k | 0.00028% $ 301.2k | |
| Independent Director | 1.6yrs | US$308.59k | 0.000070% $ 75.3k | |
| Independent Director | 12.3yrs | US$462.49k | 0.0014% $ 1.5m | |
| Independent Director | 8.4yrs | US$379.84k | 0.00072% $ 774.6k |
7.7yrs
Average Tenure
65yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: ACN's board of directors are considered experienced (7.7 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/09/10 23:33 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/09/10 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/05/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/08/31 |
Data Sources
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Accenture plc is covered by 48 analysts. 27 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
|---|---|
| James Kelleher | Argus Research Company |
| David Koning | Baird |
| Darrin Peller | Barclays |