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Accenture downgraded to hold after 70% rally and weak organic growth below inflation

Analyst Insights
02 Oct 2026
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Accenture downgraded to hold after 70% rally and weak organic growth below inflation

Accenture's stock was downgraded from buy to hold following a 70% rise in its share price and disappointing growth metrics. In Q4, revenue grew 6% year-over-year, but only 3% was organic growth, which is below inflation. The company's fiscal 2027 guidance forecasts 3-6% revenue growth in local currency and reduced share buybacks, indicating slower real growth and lower returns for shareholders. Increased price competition and risks from acquisitions have tempered optimism, making Accenture's current valuation fair but not attractive.

Accenture's stock trades at USD 211.80 on Pluang as of Oct 02, 2026 19:52 WIB, showing a slight 0.24% decline in the past day. The company’s market cap stands at $129.92 billion, reflecting its significant size in the technology sector. Pluang users have a nearly balanced order activity with 52% selling and 48% buying, indicating mixed sentiment among investors.

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