Accenture reported third-quarter fiscal 2026 revenue of $18.7 billion, a 6% increase in U.S. dollars, with earnings per share rising 9% to $3.80. Operating margin expanded 20 basis points to 17%, and free cash flow reached $3.6 billion. New bookings totaled $19.3 billion, down 2% in U.S. dollars, while the company returned $2.2 billion to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends. The results included a $100 million revenue impact from the Middle East conflict, primarily affecting consulting work, and management noted that some large managed services opportunities have been delayed to fiscal 2027. Accenture also highlighted its expansion into the mid-market segment with the launch of Accenture Edge and strategic acquisitions in operational technology cybersecurity.
Accenture plcRevenue up 6%, EPS up 9%, operating margin expanded, strong free cash flow, and $2.2B returned to shareholders.