Accenture has released its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025, showing significant growth and surpassing market expectations.
Third Quarter Financial Results
Accenture's revenue for the third quarter reached $17.73 billion, an 8% increase compared to the previous year. The diluted earnings per share stood at $3.49, marking a 15% increase from last year and significantly surpassing analysts' expectations of $3.31.
New bookings in the quarter totaled $19.7 billion, however, this represented a 6% decrease compared to last year. Nonetheless, the company reported growth in generative AI new bookings, reaching $1.5 billion. The operating margin improved to 16.8%, an 80 basis point increase from the previous year.
Updated 2025 Fiscal Outlook
Accenture has updated its fiscal 2025 outlook, projecting full-year revenue growth of 6% to 7% in local currency. The company anticipates a positive foreign exchange impact of 0.2%. The operating margin is expected to expand to 15.6%, reflecting a 10 basis point increase from the prior year. The diluted EPS guidance has been revised to a range of $12.77 to $12.89.
Summary
Accenture's results highlight its ability to adapt to market changes and effectively manage costs. With a strategic focus on technology and innovation, particularly in generative AI, the company maintains a trend toward sustainable growth, reinforcing its position in the professional services market.
The financial results of Accenture for the third quarter of 2025 demonstrate steady growth and the company's ability to adapt to new market conditions. The optimistic outlook for future periods underscores the strong performance and resilience of the business.
