Accenture has reported its Q3 FY25 financial results, showcasing resilient growth and operational efficiency despite macroeconomic headwinds.
The company posted $17.7 billion in revenue, marking an 8% year-on-year increase in U.S. dollars and 7% in local currency, compared to $16.5 billion in Q3 FY24.
The results reflect Accenture’s continued focus on generative AI, cost optimization, and client-centric transformation.
Accenture Financial Results: Revenue and Profitability Surge
- Revenue: $17.7 billion in Q3 FY25, up from $16.5 billion in Q3 FY24.
- Operating Margin: Rose to 16.8%, an 80 basis point increase year-over-year.
- Earnings Per Share (EPS): Increased to $3.49, a 15% jump from $3.04 in Q3 FY24.
- Free Cash Flow: Climbed to $3.5 billion, up from $3.0 billion in the same quarter last year.
Despite a 6% decline in new bookings (from $21.1 billion in Q3 FY24 to $19.7 billion in Q3 FY25), the company secured $1.5 billion in generative AI-related bookings, signaling strong demand in emerging tech.
Headcount and Attrition: Stabilizing Workforce
Accenture’s global workforce stood at approximately 790,000 employees at the end of Q3 FY25.
While the company did not disclose exact headcount changes from Q2 FY25, it has been streamlining operations and rebalancing talent to align with evolving client needs.
Attrition has continued to moderate, reflecting broader industry trends.
Although specific attrition figures for Q3 FY25 were not disclosed, the company previously reported a decline in voluntary attrition in Q2 FY25, suggesting improved employee retention.
The company’s Data & AI talent pool has grown to 75,000, with a goal of reaching 80,000 by FY26, underscoring its commitment to scaling next-gen capabilities.
New Partnerships and AI Momentum
Accenture continues to deepen its focus on generative AI and digital transformation.
In Q3 FY25, the company:
- Secured 30 clients with bookings exceeding $100 million.
- Expanded its AI capabilities through the Accenture AI Navigator and SC GPT platforms.
- Strengthened partnerships with cloud hyperscalers and industry-specific solution providers.
These efforts are part of Accenture’s broader strategy to become a trusted transformation partner across industries.
Accenture CEO Sentiment: Uncertainty Delays Consulting Engagements
Accenture’s leadership acknowledged a growing trend among global CEOs to postpone hiring consultants due to heightened economic and geopolitical uncertainty.
CEO Julie Sweet noted that clients are grappling with multiple simultaneous challenges—ranging from economic volatility and geopolitical complexity to shifting customer behavior—which has led to a slowdown in smaller, discretionary consulting contracts.
“In every boardroom, in every industry, our clients are not facing a single challenge. They’re facing everything at once,” Julie said.
She emphasized that while companies are cautious, they are still investing in large-scale digital transformation projects that promise long-term impact.
This cautious sentiment has contributed to the 6% decline in new bookings for Q3 FY25, reinforcing the need for Accenture to focus on fewer but higher-value engagements.
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