Accenture reported fiscal year 2024 results with revenues increasing 1% to $64.9 billion, or 2% in local currency. Operating income grew 9% to $9.6 billion, with operating margin expanding to 14.8% from 13.7%. Diluted earnings per share rose 6% to $11.44. New bookings reached $81.2 billion, up 13% from the prior year, reflecting strong demand for Accenture's services.The company maintained strong operational performance despite macroeconomic headwinds. Managed services revenue grew 4% while consulting revenue declined 1%. By industry group, Health & Public Service led growth with a 10% increase, while Communications, Media & Technology and Financial Services declined 5% and 4% respectively. Geographic performance showed Growth Markets revenue up 7% in local currency, while North America grew 2% and EMEA remained flat.Looking ahead, Accenture continues to invest in strategic priorities, spending $6.6 billion on 46 acquisitions, $1.2 billion in R&D, and $1.1 billion in learning and development during fiscal 2024. The company returned $7.8 billion to shareholders through share repurchases of $4.5 billion and dividends of $3.2 billion. The workforce expanded to approximately 774,000 people, with voluntary attrition remaining stable at 13%.

Accenture reported fiscal year 2024 results with revenues increasing 1% to $64.9 billion, or 2% in local currency. Operating income grew 9% to $9.6 billion, with operating margin expanding to 14.8% from 13.7%. Diluted earnings per share rose 6% to $11.44. New bookings reached $81.2 billion, up 13% from the prior year, reflecting strong demand for Accenture's services.The company maintained strong operational performance despite macroeconomic headwinds. Managed services revenue grew 4% while consulting revenue declined 1%. By industry group, Health & Public Service led growth with a 10% increase, while Communications, Media & Technology and Financial Services declined 5% and 4% respectively. Geographic performance showed Growth Markets revenue up 7% in local currency, while North America grew 2% and EMEA remained flat.Looking ahead, Accenture continues to invest in strategic priorities, spending $6.6 billion on 46 acquisitions, $1.2 billion in R&D, and $1.1 billion in learning and development during fiscal 2024. The company returned $7.8 billion to shareholders through share repurchases of $4.5 billion and dividends of $3.2 billion. The workforce expanded to approximately 774,000 people, with voluntary attrition remaining stable at 13%.