Accenture reported robust performance for the third quarter of fiscal year 2025, with revenue coming in at $17.7 billion — an 8 per cent rise in US dollar terms and 7 per cent in local currency, the company said in its latest earnings announcement.
Despite strong topline growth, new bookings dipped to $19.7 billion, down 6 per cent in US dollars and 7 per cent in local currency. Of that, $1.5 billion came from generative AI-related deals, highlighting continued momentum in emerging tech adoption.
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Operating margin improved to 16.8 per cent, expanding by 80 basis points compared to the year-ago period and by 40 basis points over the adjusted operating margin. Diluted earnings per share (EPS) rose to $3.49, reflecting a 15 per cent year-on-year increase, or 12 per cent when compared to adjusted EPS. The company generated $3.5 billion in free cash flow during the quarter.
Accenture also announced a quarterly cash dividend of $1.48 per share.
Looking ahead, the Dublin-headquartered consulting giant expects full-year FY25 revenue growth between 6 to 7 per cent in local currency, with foreign exchange expected to add a modest 0.2 per cent. Operating margin is projected at 15.6 per cent — a 10 basis point increase over the adjusted figure.
The company anticipates diluted EPS in the range of $12.77 to $12.89 for the fiscal year, alongside free cash flow of $9.0 to $9.7 billion.
“I am very pleased with our third quarter fiscal 2025 results,” said Julie Sweet, Chair and CEO of Accenture. “We continue to strengthen our leadership in Gen AI and remain laser-focused on delivering measurable value to our clients.”
