Accenture Isn’t Likely To Beat The Market At Its Current Valuation

Summary:

• Accenture’s estimated 7.5% revenue CAGR indicates moderate growth, unlikely to outperform the market. Its focus on AI implementation over infrastructure limits significant growth acceleration.
• Projected 3.7% EV CAGR over five years and a -25% margin of safety imply overvaluation. Discounted EV of $164.69B vs. the current $220.92B suggests it’s not prudent to invest.
• While Accenture is stable and well-positioned in tech services, potential technological disruptions pose risks. Better alpha opportunities exist elsewhere, leading to a confident Hold recommendation.

Accenture (NYSE:ACN) may offer relative stability as an investment, but it is unlikely to beat the broader market. My valuation model, outlined in detail below, shows that the company’s enterprise value is likely to achieve only a

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