Accenture posts strong Q4 results, lifts full-year outlook
Accenture reported Q4 FY2026 earnings of $1.99 billion, beating analysts' forecasts, and raised its FY2027 revenue guidance to 3%-6% growth.
Accenture delivered Q4 FY2026 earnings of $1.99 billion, or $3.29 per diluted share, outpacing the $3.18 consensus estimate. Revenue grew 7% in each of its three geographic zones and 10% in the communications, media and technology segment in dollar terms. Quarterly bookings climbed to $22.17 billion, giving a book-to-bill ratio of 1.2, and the firm returned a record $11.5 billion to investors.
Chair and CEO Julie Sweet said the results capped a year of broad-based growth following a tough 2026 where the stock fell about 40%. The company lifted its FY2027 outlook, projecting 3%-6% local-currency revenue growth and GAAP EPS of $14.39-$14.81, and raised its quarterly dividend to $1.71 per share.
Why it matters
Accenture's rebound signals renewed confidence in the consulting sector and impacts investors and clients worldwide.
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