ACN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ACN - Accenture PLC
$134.56
-3.96 (-2.86%)
▼
5d:
-5.33%
30d:
-19.68%
90d:
-29.9%
HOLD
LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Sep 24, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: ACN shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: ACN shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$264.59
Based on 4.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$164.29
18.1% 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 14.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ACN is currently trading at $134.56, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $126.33 to $163.40. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 9.2) compared to its historical average (14.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 13.5% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 9.0% 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 $121.78, while resistance sits at $143.97.
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 $179.13 (+33.1%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ACN is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $121.78, while resistance sits at $143.97.
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 $179.13 (+33.1%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$126.33 -
$163.40
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
79.5%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (45/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 33.1% below Wall St target ($179.13)
- CAUTION: Recommendation downgraded due to -5.3% 5-day decline
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$126.33 -
$163.40
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$121.78
Resistance Level
$143.97
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jul 14, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
9.17
Wall Street Target
$179.13
(+33.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
5.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
9.0%
Profit Margin
10.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-13.5% cheaper
PE vs Historical
9.2 vs 14.2
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-13.5%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$121.10
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$108.99
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$98.09
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 9→14)
$151.87
(+13%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 5.8%)
$378.81
(+182%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 9.2, Growth: 5.8%)
$159.53
(+19%)
Bear:
(PE: 7.8, Growth: 5.8%)
$135.60
(+1%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (11x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (9x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 10.80 | Current EPS (TTM): $12.52
Bull Case
$174.30
(+30%)
Analyst growth 17.2%, PE expands to 11.9
Base Case
$158.46
(+18%)
Market implied 17.2%, PE stable at 10.8
Bear Case
$91.96
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 9.2
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 9.2 to 14.2
Stabilization Target:
$208.32
(+54.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+54.8%
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Last updated: July 14, 2026 7:31 PM ET
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Sells
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