- Accenture (ACN, Financial) bolsters its strategic offerings with the acquisition of TalentSprint from NSE Academy.
- Analysts predict a notable upside of over 26% in Accenture's stock value.
- The company's average brokerage recommendation remains at an "Outperform" status.
Accenture (ACN) continues to expand its strategic footprint by acquiring TalentSprint from NSE Academy. This acquisition is a significant boon to Accenture's LearnVantage platform, which is set to enhance its capacity to deliver prestigious university certifications and impactful bootcamps. This strategic push aligns with Accenture's ongoing investments in Udacity and Award Solutions, further strengthening its talent pool capabilities. Notably, TalentSprint's team of 210 professionals will be seamlessly integrating with Accenture, adding to its robust workforce.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast
The one-year price targets provided by 23 analysts reveal an average target price for Accenture PLC (ACN, Financial) at $358.95, with expectations ranging from a high of $415.00 to a low of $280.00. This average target presents a promising upside of 26.41% from the current trading price of $283.96. For a more detailed breakdown of these estimates, investors can visit the Accenture PLC (ACN) Forecast page.
The consensus recommendation from 27 brokerage firms rates Accenture PLC (ACN, Financial) at an average of 2.0, suggesting an "Outperform" status. The rating scale ranges from 1 to 5, wherein 1 signifies a Strong Buy and 5 indicates a Sell. This favorable rating suggests a positive sentiment among analysts towards Accenture's growth potential.
According to GuruFocus estimates, the anticipated GF Value for Accenture PLC (ACN, Financial) in the coming year is $354.65. This implies a potential upside of 24.89% from its current price of $283.96. The GF Value is a crucial metric that provides an estimate of the fair value at which the stock should be traded, calculated based on the stock's historical trading multiples, past business growth, and future performance estimates. For more insightful data, refer to the Accenture PLC (ACN) Summary page.
