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Accenture plc - Class A (ACN) Stock

Accenture plc - Class A Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Accenture plc - Class A (ACN), a prominent company in the trade & services sector within the services-business services, nec industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $238.54. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $236.67 and $394.41. This places the current price at 60.5% of its 52-week high and 0.8% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 5,635,954. The 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 45.54, suggesting neutral conditions. The stock is currently trading below its 50-day moving average of $273.06 by 12.64%. Similarly, it is below its 200-day moving average of $318.87 by 25.19%. The MACD histogram is 2.65, indicating bullish momentum (MACD Line: -4.60, Signal Line: -7.25). The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US00287G1040. There are currently 4 active alerts set for ACN by users.

Market Cap

$161.92B

52-Week High

$394.41

-39.52% from high

52-Week Low

$236.67

+0.79% from low

Avg Daily Volume

3,680,474

100-day average

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

20.67

Near market average

Forward P/E

18.45

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

2.00

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

5.30

EV/EBITDA

13.49

EPS (TTM)

$12.58

Price to Sales

2.36

Beta

1.29

Similar volatility to market

How is ACN valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Accenture plc - Class A trades at a P/E ratio of 20.67, which is near the market average of approximately 20, suggesting the market views it as fairly valued relative to its earnings. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 18.45 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 2.00 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is ACN's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.29, Accenture plc - Class A is roughly as volatile as the market, moving in line with broad market trends. This moderate beta suggests the stock offers market-level returns without excessive volatility. The price-to-book ratio of 5.30 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

11.60%

Operating Margin

16.80%

Return on Equity

26.90%

Return on Assets

11.20%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

7.70%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

14.70%

How profitable and efficient is ACN's business model?
Accenture plc - Class A achieves a profit margin of 11.60%, meaning it retains $11.60 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This represents a solid margin typical of well-run businesses, showing the company can effectively balance revenue generation with cost control. The operating margin of 16.80% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 26.90% and ROA at 11.20%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are ACN's recent growth trends?
Accenture plc - Class A's revenue grew by 7.70% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings increased by 14.70% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against SERVICES-BUSINESS SERVICES, NEC industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$5.92

Dividend Yield

2.31%

Ex-Dividend Date

7/10/2025

Dividend Date

8/15/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from ACN?
Accenture plc - Class A offers a dividend yield of 2.31%, paying $5.92 per share annually. This above-average yield of 2-4% provides meaningful income while still allowing the company to reinvest for growth. It compares favorably to the S&P 500 average and offers competitive returns versus bonds in the current rate environment. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 7/10/2025.
How reliable is ACN's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Accenture plc - Class A pays $5.92 per share in dividends against earnings of $12.58 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 47.06%. This balanced payout between 30-60% suggests a sustainable dividend policy that allows both shareholder returns and business reinvestment. The dividend appears well-covered by earnings. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 8/15/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

622.85M

Book Value/Share

$49.06

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is ACN's market capitalization and position?
Accenture plc - Class A has a market capitalization of $161.92B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 622.85M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a major player in the SERVICES-BUSINESS SERVICES, NEC industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does ACN's price compare to its book value?
Accenture plc - Class A's book value per share is $49.06, while the current stock price is $238.54, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 4.86. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$323.41

35.58% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

3

Buy

13

Hold

7

Sell

1

Strong Sell

1

How reliable are analyst predictions for ACN?
25 analysts cover ACN with 64% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $323.41 implies 35.6% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on ACN?
Current analyst recommendations:3 Strong Buy, 13 Buy, 7 Hold, 1 Sell, 1 Strong Sell. The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Sep 1, 2025, 02:01 AM

Earnings Dates

Upcoming Earnings

Q3

Sep 25, 2025

Est. EPS: $2.96

In 10 days

Recent Earnings History

DateQuarterEstimated EPSActual EPSSurprise
Jun 20, 2025Q2$3.32$3.49+5.1%
Mar 20, 2025Q1$2.79$2.82+1.1%
Dec 19, 2024Q4$3.40$3.59+5.6%
Sep 26, 2024Q3$2.65$2.66+0.4%
Jun 20, 2024Q2$3.05$3.04-0.3%
Mar 21, 2024Q1$2.49$2.63+5.6%
Dec 19, 2023Q4$3.01$3.10+3.0%
Sep 28, 2023Q3$2.56$2.15-16.0%

Technical Indicators

RSI (14-day)

45.54

Neutral

50-Day Moving Average

$273.06

-12.64% below MA-50

200-Day Moving Average

$318.87

-25.19% below MA-200

MACD Line

-4.60

MACD Signal

-7.25

MACD Histogram

2.65

Bullish

What does ACN's RSI value tell investors?
The RSI (Relative Strength Index) for ACN is currently 45.54, indicating the stock is in neutral territory (40-60 range). Neither buyers nor sellers have clear control, suggesting consolidation or balanced market forces. Combined with the price being below the 50-day moving average, this confirms bearish conditions.
How should traders interpret ACN's MACD and moving average crossovers?
MACD analysis shows the MACD line at -4.60 above the signal line at -7.25, with histogram at 2.65. This bullish crossover suggests upward momentum is building. The wide histogram confirms strong momentum. The 50-day MA ($273.06) is below the 200-day MA ($318.87), forming a death cross pattern that often warns of extended weakness. Price is currently below both MAs, confirming weakness.

Indicators last updated: Aug 29, 2025, 06:08 PM

Active Alerts

Alert Condition
Volume change
Threshold
200%
Created
Sep 13, 2025, 11:41 AM
Alert Condition
MA Breakout (Bearish)
Threshold
50days
Created
Sep 13, 2025, 11:41 AM
Alert Condition
Forward P/E falls below
Threshold
18x
Created
Sep 12, 2025, 11:40 AM
Alert Condition
Price falls below
Threshold
$200.00
Created
Aug 29, 2025, 06:13 PM

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