ACN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ACN - Accenture PLC
$197.55
4.95 (2.57%)
▲
5d:
-1.23%
30d:
-5.35%
90d:
-27.13%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 30, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jun 18, 2026
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Strength: 3.6/10
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: ACN trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -7.4% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: ACN trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -7.4% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$330.36
Based on 5.8% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$205.13
3.7% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 16.7x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ACN is currently trading at $197.55, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $194.97 to $209.66. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 13.2) compared to its historical average (16.7). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 7.4% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 4.0% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ACN is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $187.00, while resistance sits at $207.98.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $252.00 (+27.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ACN is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $187.00, while resistance sits at $207.98.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (45/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $252.00 (+27.6%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Fair Price Range
$194.97 -
$209.66
Company Quality Score
57/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 27.6% below Wall St target ($252.00)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$194.97 -
$209.66
Current vs Fair Value
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$187.00
Resistance Level
$207.98
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Mar 30, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
13.23
Wall Street Target
$252.00
(+27.6%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
8.3%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
4.0%
Profit Margin
10.6%
Valuation Discount vs History
-7.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
13.2 vs 16.7
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-7.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$182.93
(-7%)
2-Year Target
$169.39
(-14%)
3-Year Target
$156.86
(-21%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13→17)
$197.95
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.4, Growth: 7.6%)
$415.14
(+110%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 13.2, Growth: 7.6%)
$245.81
(+24%)
Bear:
(PE: 11.2, Growth: 7.6%)
$208.94
(+6%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (17x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (13x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 16.53 | Current EPS (TTM): $12.10
Bull Case
$271.20
(+36%)
Analyst growth 23.3%, PE expands to 18.2
Base Case
$246.54
(+23%)
Market implied 23.3%, PE stable at 16.5
Bear Case
$135.99
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 14.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 13.2 to 16.7
Stabilization Target:
$249.29
(+26.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+26.2%
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1
Buys
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Sells
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