Accenture forecast takes hit from Iran war, shares tumble 14%

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1. 1h ago

   Accenture Shares Hit 52-Week Low After Revenue Forecast Cut

   Accenture shares dropped on June 18, 2026, reaching a 52-week low of $129.79. The company lowered its FY2026 revenue growth forecast from 3-5% to 3-4%. These declines follow losses in the Middle East due to the Iran war.

   What's confirmed:

   • Accenture shares hit a 52-week low of $129.79 on June 18, 2026.
   • The company revised its FY2026 revenue growth forecast down from 3-5% to 3-4%.
   • Accenture shares fell more than 14% following the report of quarterly sales below estimates.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Accenture stock has plunged 50% this year.
   • Accenture shares fell 18.5% after the revenue forecast revision.
   • The conflict in Iran caused a $400 million loss for the firm's Middle East business in the third quarter.
   • CEO Julie Sweet stated that indirect impacts began appearing in recent weeks.
   confidence 80%
2. 8d ago

   Accenture Shares Drop Over 17% as Iran War Hits Forecasts

   Accenture shares fell more than 17% after the company projected quarterly sales below Wall Street estimates. The conflict in Iran caused a $400 million loss for the firm's Middle East business in the third quarter. CEO Julie Sweet stated that indirect impacts began appearing in recent weeks.

   What's confirmed:

   • Accenture shares fell more than 17% following a quarterly sales forecast that missed Wall Street estimates.
   • The war in Iran resulted in a $400 million loss for Accenture's Middle East business during the third quarter.
   • The company's lower forecast triggered a broader industry selloff.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Accenture warns of more impact in the fourth quarter.
   • CEO Julie Sweet said the indirect impact started in the last few weeks.
   confidence 100%
3. 11d ago

   Accenture Shares Slide as Iran War Cuts Middle East Revenue

   Accenture shares fell between 14% and 17% after the company lowered its revenue forecast. The Iran war impacted Middle East business by $400 million. To counter these losses, the firm secured $4.18 billion in industrial cybersecurity deals.

   What's confirmed:

   • Accenture shares dropped by at least 14%.
   • The company announced $4.18 billion in industrial cybersecurity deals.
   • The Iran war hampered Accenture's consulting business in the Middle East.
   • Fourth-quarter revenue forecasts are below market estimates.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Accenture shares fell 17%.
   • The Iran war hurt third-quarter Middle East business by $400 million.
   confidence 90%
4. 12d ago

   Accenture Shares Plunge Over 14% Following Iran War Impact and Weak Forecast

   Accenture shares dropped more than 14% after the company lowered its revenue outlook and cited losses from the Iran war. Despite a third-quarter earnings beat, the company warned that conflict in the Middle East has hampered its consulting business. To offset the slowdown, Accenture announced $4.18 billion in cybersecurity deals.

   What's confirmed:

   • Accenture shares fell more than 14% following a weaker revenue forecast.
   • The company announced $4.18 billion in cybersecurity acquisitions, including a majority stake in Dragos.
   • Fiscal third-quarter revenue increased 6% and EPS rose 9% year over year.
   • Accenture reported that the Iran war has impacted its consulting business in the Middle East and beyond.
   • The company's third-quarter earnings exceeded analyst expectations.
   • Accenture cut its fiscal 2026 revenue growth forecast.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • The Iran war cost the company $400 million in its Middle East business.
   • Accenture shares opened 18.9% lower.
   • Shares fell more than 17 per cent.
   confidence 90%