Accenture (ACN) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
ACN - Accenture PLC
$183.90
5.99 (3.37%)
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5d:
-4.77%
30d:
+2.09%
90d:
+9.78%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 01, 2026
17d
Smart Money Accumulation
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Signal fired Sep 4, 2026 at $186.72 · last confirmed Sep 9, 2026
Strength: 10.0/10
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: ACN is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -2.7% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: ACN is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -2.7% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$252.54
Based on 4.9% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$156.81
Trading above historical range
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 13.6x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: ACN is currently trading at $183.90, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $173.55 to $187.40. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 12.6) is in line with its historical norms (13.6). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.7% 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 $175.49, while resistance sits at $195.32. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.4% recently.
Market Sentiment: ACN scores 36/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, ACN is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $175.49, while resistance sits at $195.32. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.4% recently.
Market Sentiment: ACN scores 36/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$173.55 -
$187.40
Company Quality Score
45/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
50.0%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (36/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.4%)
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($184.19)
- WARNING: Composite score 45/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$173.55 -
$187.40
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$175.49
Resistance Level
$195.32
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
12.55
Wall Street Target
$184.19
(+0.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
5.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
9.0%
Profit Margin
10.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-2.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
12.6 vs 13.6
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-2.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$178.93
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$174.10
(-5%)
3-Year Target
$169.40
(-8%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 13â14)
$183.60
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.2, Growth: 5.7%)
$349.30
(+90%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 12.5, Growth: 5.7%)
$217.31
(+18%)
Bear:
(PE: 10.7, Growth: 5.7%)
$184.71
(+0%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (14x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (13x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 14.04 | Current EPS (TTM): $12.67
Bull Case
$226.36
(+23%)
Analyst growth 15.7%, PE expands to 15.5
Base Case
$205.79
(+12%)
Market implied 15.7%, PE stable at 14.0
Bear Case
$120.98
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 11.9
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 12.5 to 13.6
Stabilization Target:
$199.31
(+8.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+8.4%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: September 12, 2026 10:08 PM ET
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Sells
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