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Accenture PLC (NYSE:ACN)

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Price to Sales (P/S)
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Accenture PLC, P/S, long-term trends, calculation

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-08-31).

1 US$

2 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.

3 Closing price as at the filing date of Accenture PLC Annual Report.


The analysis of the financial data over the examined periods reveals several noteworthy trends regarding share price, sales per share, and the price-to-sales (P/S) ratio.

Share Price
The share price demonstrated a general upward trend from 2005 through 2024, escalating from $26.31 to $361.07. There were periods of volatility, notably a decline between 2007 and 2008 where the price dropped from $39.85 to $31.86, possibly reflecting broader market or company-specific challenges. Post-2008, the share price increased steadily, with particularly sharp growth observable from 2014 onward, reaching its peak in 2024.
Sales per Share
Sales per share consistently increased throughout the period, rising from $19.88 in 2005 to $103.81 in 2024. Despite minor fluctuations, such as a decrease observed between 2008 and 2009, the overall trajectory indicates sustained growth in sales relative to the number of shares. This growth suggests improvements in operational performance or expanded revenue generation on a per-share basis.
Price-to-Sales (P/S) Ratio
The P/S ratio experienced variability across the years, starting at 1.32 in 2005 and fluctuating notably, with a dip to 0.92 in 2008. From 2010 onwards, the ratio showed a robust increasing trend, rising to 3.48 by 2024. This trend implies that the market valuation of the company increased at a faster pace than the growth in sales per share, possibly reflecting heightened investor confidence or expectations of future growth potentials beyond current sales figures.

Overall, the data indicate that the company has experienced substantial appreciation in share price accompanied by consistent growth in sales per share. The increasing P/S ratio over recent years suggests growing market optimism and a valuation premium relative to sales. The period of decline during 2007-2008 correlates with global economic challenges, yet the strong recovery and sustained growth following that period underscore resilience and positive market sentiment towards the company.


Comparison to Competitors

Accenture PLC, P/S, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-08-31).


Comparison to Sector (Software & Services)


Comparison to Industry (Information Technology)