Selected Financial Data
since 2005
Income Statement
Accenture PLC, selected items from income statement, long-term trends
US$ in thousands
| 12 months ended: | Revenues | Operating income | Net income attributable to Accenture plc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2026 | 74,183,445) | 11,405,960) | 8,367,056) |
| Aug 31, 2025 | 69,672,977) | 10,225,664) | 7,678,433) |
| Aug 31, 2024 | 64,896,464) | 9,595,847) | 7,264,787) |
| Aug 31, 2023 | 64,111,745) | 8,809,889) | 6,871,557) |
| Aug 31, 2022 | 61,594,305) | 9,367,181) | 6,877,169) |
| Aug 31, 2021 | 50,533,389) | 7,621,529) | 5,906,809) |
| Aug 31, 2020 | 44,327,039) | 6,513,644) | 5,107,839) |
| Aug 31, 2019 | 43,215,013) | 6,305,074) | 4,779,112) |
| Aug 31, 2018 | 41,603,428) | 5,841,041) | 4,059,907) |
| Aug 31, 2017 | 36,765,478) | 4,632,609) | 3,445,149) |
| Aug 31, 2016 | 34,797,661) | 4,810,445) | 4,111,892) |
| Aug 31, 2015 | 32,914,424) | 4,435,869) | 3,053,581) |
| Aug 31, 2014 | 31,874,678) | 4,300,512) | 2,941,498) |
| Aug 31, 2013 | 30,394,285) | 4,338,680) | 3,281,878) |
| Aug 31, 2012 | 29,777,985) | 3,871,548) | 2,553,510) |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 27,352,914) | 3,470,457) | 2,277,677) |
| Aug 31, 2010 | 23,094,078) | 2,914,845) | 1,780,656) |
| Aug 31, 2009 | 23,170,968) | 2,643,865) | 1,589,963) |
| Aug 31, 2008 | 25,313,826) | 3,011,582) | 1,691,751) |
| Aug 31, 2007 | 21,452,747) | 2,492,619) | 1,243,148) |
| Aug 31, 2006 | 18,228,366) | 1,841,059) | 973,329) |
| Aug 31, 2005 | 17,094,420) | 2,111,238) | 940,474) |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2026-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2025-08-31), 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).
Financial performance from 2005 through 2026 demonstrates a consistent long-term upward trajectory across revenues, operating income, and net income. While a brief contraction in revenue occurred in 2009, the overall trend reflects aggressive scaling and expanding profitability margins over the two-decade period.
- Revenue Growth and Patterns
- Total revenues increased from $17.1 billion in 2005 to $74.2 billion by 2026. A period of stability and growth characterized the early years, interrupted by a decline in 2009 when revenues fell from $25.3 billion to $23.2 billion. Following this correction, a sustained growth phase occurred, with a significant acceleration observed between 2019 and 2022, where revenues rose from $44.3 billion to $61.6 billion within two years.
- Operating Income and Margin Evolution
- Operating income grew from $2.1 billion in 2005 to $11.4 billion by 2026. The growth in operating income outpaced revenue growth on a proportional basis, indicating a steady improvement in operational efficiency. The operating margin rose from approximately 12.3% in 2005 to roughly 15.4% by 2026, reflecting a capacity to manage operating expenses effectively while scaling the business.
- Net Income and Profitability Trends
- Net income attributable to the company expanded from $940.5 million in 2005 to $8.4 billion by 2026. A notable trend is the expansion of the net profit margin, which grew from approximately 5.5% in 2005 to 11.3% by 2026. This indicates that the company significantly improved its ability to convert top-line revenue into bottom-line profit over the analyzed period.
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Balance Sheet: Assets
Accenture PLC, selected items from assets, long-term trends
US$ in thousands
| Current assets | Total assets | |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2026 | 31,831,140) | 73,597,792) |
| Aug 31, 2025 | 28,900,689) | 65,394,897) |
| Aug 31, 2024 | 20,857,781) | 55,932,363) |
| Aug 31, 2023 | 23,381,931) | 51,245,305) |
| Aug 31, 2022 | 21,610,871) | 47,263,390) |
| Aug 31, 2021 | 19,666,511) | 43,175,843) |
| Aug 31, 2020 | 17,749,756) | 37,078,593) |
| Aug 31, 2019 | 15,450,601) | 29,789,880) |
| Aug 31, 2018 | 13,585,559) | 24,449,083) |
| Aug 31, 2017 | 12,097,289) | 22,689,890) |
| Aug 31, 2016 | 11,976,222) | 20,609,004) |
| Aug 31, 2015 | 11,579,394) | 18,266,058) |
| Aug 31, 2014 | 11,904,442) | 17,930,452) |
| Aug 31, 2013 | 11,844,178) | 16,867,049) |
| Aug 31, 2012 | 12,587,931) | 16,665,415) |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 11,471,183) | 15,731,510) |
| Aug 31, 2010 | 9,563,625) | 12,835,253) |
| Aug 31, 2009 | 8,990,514) | 12,255,734) |
| Aug 31, 2008 | 9,159,128) | 12,398,525) |
| Aug 31, 2007 | 7,971,178) | 10,747,162) |
| Aug 31, 2006 | 7,353,821) | 9,418,080) |
| Aug 31, 2005 | 6,685,267) | 8,957,352) |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2026-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2025-08-31), 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).
An analysis of the balance sheet reveals a sustained and significant expansion in the asset base from 2005 through 2026. The growth is characterized by a steady increase in both current and total assets, though the rate of growth for total assets has accelerated more aggressively in the latter half of the period.
- Total Asset Expansion
- Total assets exhibited a consistent upward trajectory, rising from approximately 8.96 billion USD in 2005 to 73.60 billion USD by 2026. A notable acceleration in growth is observed starting around 2018, where total assets began increasing by several billion USD annually. The most rapid expansion occurred between 2019 and 2026, indicating a period of substantial corporate growth or significant capital investment.
- Current Asset Dynamics
- Current assets grew from 6.69 billion USD in 2005 to 31.83 billion USD in 2026. While the long-term trend is positive, the growth was more linear and experienced periods of relative stability, particularly between 2013 and 2017. A temporary contraction was noted in 2024, where current assets decreased to 20.86 billion USD from 23.38 billion USD the previous year, before recovering sharply in 2025 and 2026.
- Structural Shift in Asset Composition
- A significant shift in the composition of the balance sheet is evident. In 2005, current assets represented approximately 74.6% of total assets. By 2026, this proportion decreased to approximately 43.2%. This trend suggests a strategic reallocation of resources toward non-current assets, such as long-term investments, intangible assets, or property and equipment, reflecting a shift toward a more capital-intensive or acquisition-driven asset structure.
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Balance Sheet: Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity
Accenture PLC, selected items from liabilities and stockholders’ equity, long-term trends
US$ in thousands
| Current liabilities | Total debt and bank borrowings | Total Accenture plc shareholders’ equity | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2026 | 22,304,374) | 10,111,758) | 31,567,256) |
| Aug 31, 2025 | 20,352,097) | 5,148,653) | 31,195,446) |
| Aug 31, 2024 | 18,976,127) | 1,024,857) | 28,288,646) |
| Aug 31, 2023 | 18,009,038) | 147,903) | 25,692,839) |
| Aug 31, 2022 | 17,523,496) | 55,068) | 22,106,097) |
| Aug 31, 2021 | 15,708,867) | 65,553) | 19,529,454) |
| Aug 31, 2020 | 12,662,590) | 61,872) | 17,000,536) |
| Aug 31, 2019 | 11,061,896) | 22,658) | 14,409,008) |
| Aug 31, 2018 | 10,151,751) | 25,013) | 10,364,753) |
| Aug 31, 2017 | 9,824,279) | 25,070) | 8,949,477) |
| Aug 31, 2016 | 8,878,924) | 27,230) | 7,555,262) |
| Aug 31, 2015 | 8,532,199) | 27,426) | 6,133,725) |
| Aug 31, 2014 | 8,158,079) | 26,733) | 5,732,035) |
| Aug 31, 2013 | 8,160,990) | 25,600) | 4,960,186) |
| Aug 31, 2012 | 8,109,205) | 33) | 4,145,833) |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 7,906,589) | 4,419) | 3,878,951) |
| Aug 31, 2010 | 6,567,604) | 1,588) | 2,835,746) |
| Aug 31, 2009 | 6,151,381) | 955) | 2,886,593) |
| Aug 31, 2008 | 6,847,878) | 8,278) | 2,540,506) |
| Aug 31, 2007 | 6,962,616) | 26,360) | 2,063,332) |
| Aug 31, 2006 | 5,816,482) | 51,857) | 1,894,255) |
| Aug 31, 2005 | 4,862,389) | 75,188) | 1,696,914) |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2026-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2025-08-31), 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).
The financial trajectory from 2005 through 2026 is characterized by a sustained expansion of the balance sheet, marked by consistent growth in both total obligations and stockholders' equity.
- Current Liabilities
- Current liabilities demonstrate a continuous upward trend, increasing from approximately 4.86 billion USD in 2005 to 22.30 billion USD by 2026. The growth remained steady through the first decade, followed by a more pronounced acceleration after 2019, where obligations rose from 11.06 billion USD in 2018 to over 20 billion USD in the final years of the period.
- Total Debt and Bank Borrowings
- Debt levels remained marginal for the vast majority of the analyzed timeframe. Between 2005 and 2020, borrowings were negligible, frequently fluctuating below 100 million USD and reaching a minimum of 33 thousand USD in 2012. A significant shift in capital structure is observable starting in 2024, with debt escalating from 147.90 million USD in 2023 to 1.02 billion USD in 2024, and further surging to 10.11 billion USD by 2026.
- Total Shareholders' Equity
- Shareholders' equity exhibited robust and consistent growth over the twenty-one year span, rising from 1.70 billion USD in 2005 to 31.57 billion USD in 2026. This trajectory reflects a long-term accumulation of value, providing a substantial capital buffer that historically outweighed total debt by a wide margin.
The overall data indicates a transition from a near-zero-leverage financial model to one utilizing significant debt instruments in the most recent years, while simultaneously maintaining a strong and steadily expanding equity base.
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Cash Flow Statement
Accenture PLC, selected items from cash flow statement, long-term trends
US$ in thousands
| 12 months ended: | Net cash provided by operating activities | Net cash used in investing activities | Net cash used in financing activities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2026 | 12,363,346) | (5,636,688) | (5,314,496) |
| Aug 31, 2025 | 11,474,399) | (2,019,650) | (2,948,334) |
| Aug 31, 2024 | 9,131,027) | (7,061,818) | (6,063,508) |
| Aug 31, 2023 | 9,524,268) | (2,622,470) | (5,645,326) |
| Aug 31, 2022 | 9,541,129) | (4,260,629) | (5,311,026) |
| Aug 31, 2021 | 8,975,148) | (4,309,766) | (4,926,337) |
| Aug 31, 2020 | 8,215,152) | (1,894,519) | (4,049,092) |
| Aug 31, 2019 | 6,626,953) | (1,755,576) | (3,767,171) |
| Aug 31, 2018 | 6,026,691) | (1,249,604) | (3,709,028) |
| Aug 31, 2017 | 4,973,039) | (2,233,879) | (3,560,235) |
| Aug 31, 2016 | 4,575,115) | (610,350) | (3,396,933) |
| Aug 31, 2015 | 4,092,137) | (1,170,384) | (3,202,296) |
| Aug 31, 2014 | 3,486,085) | (1,056,411) | (3,165,416) |
| Aug 31, 2013 | 3,303,128) | (1,156,215) | (3,065,629) |
| Aug 31, 2012 | 4,256,852) | (535,385) | (2,558,855) |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 3,441,739) | (703,387) | (2,121,504) |
| Aug 31, 2010 | 3,091,620) | (273,765) | (2,429,026) |
| Aug 31, 2009 | 3,160,202) | (245,174) | (1,850,303) |
| Aug 31, 2008 | 2,803,248) | (323,994) | (2,161,517) |
| Aug 31, 2007 | 2,630,565) | (350,448) | (2,127,706) |
| Aug 31, 2006 | 2,667,989) | (252,500) | (1,934,467) |
| Aug 31, 2005 | 1,887,081) | (574,756) | (1,377,458) |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2026-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2025-08-31), 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).
The cash flow profile exhibits a long-term trend of expansion, characterized by a substantial and consistent increase in cash generated from core operations, which has served as the primary funding source for both investment and financing activities.
- Operating Cash Flow Trends
- A strong and sustained upward trajectory is observed in net cash provided by operating activities. From 2005 to 2026, operating cash flows grew from 1.89 billion to 12.36 billion. While the growth was steady through 2011, a more accelerated expansion occurred after 2016, with significant milestones reached in 2020 and 2025. Occasional minor fluctuations, such as the slight decrease in 2013 and 2024, did not disrupt the overall positive growth trend.
- Investing Cash Flow Patterns
- Net cash used in investing activities remained relatively stable and modest between 2005 and 2016, typically staying below 1.2 billion. However, a shift toward more aggressive capital allocation is evident from 2017 onward. Outflows increased significantly, peaking at 7.06 billion in 2024. This pattern suggests a strategic transition toward larger-scale acquisitions or intensified capital expenditures in the latter half of the analyzed period.
- Financing Cash Flow Dynamics
- Financing activities consistently resulted in net cash outflows throughout the entire period, indicating a persistent return of capital to shareholders or the repayment of debt. These outflows expanded steadily from 1.38 billion in 2005 to a peak of 6.06 billion in 2024. The scaling of financing outflows closely parallels the growth in operating cash flow, suggesting a disciplined approach to capital distribution proportional to the company's increasing liquidity.
- Overall Cash Flow Equilibrium
- The organization maintains a robust financial position where operating cash inflows consistently exceed the combined outflows from investing and financing activities. This surplus indicates that the core business generates sufficient liquidity to fund strategic growth and shareholder returns internally without relying on external financing.
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Per Share Data
Accenture PLC, selected data per share, long-term trends
US$
| 12 months ended: | Basic earnings per share 1 | Diluted earnings per share 2 | Dividend per share 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2026 | 13.66 | 13.56 | 6.52 |
| Aug 31, 2025 | 12.29 | 12.15 | 5.92 |
| Aug 31, 2024 | 11.57 | 11.44 | 5.16 |
| Aug 31, 2023 | 10.90 | 10.77 | 4.48 |
| Aug 31, 2022 | 10.87 | 10.71 | 3.88 |
| Aug 31, 2021 | 9.31 | 9.16 | 3.52 |
| Aug 31, 2020 | 8.03 | 7.89 | 3.20 |
| Aug 31, 2019 | 7.49 | 7.36 | 2.92 |
| Aug 31, 2018 | 6.46 | 6.34 | 2.66 |
| Aug 31, 2017 | 5.56 | 5.44 | 2.42 |
| Aug 31, 2016 | 6.58 | 6.45 | 2.20 |
| Aug 31, 2015 | 4.87 | 4.76 | 2.04 |
| Aug 31, 2014 | 4.64 | 4.52 | 1.86 |
| Aug 31, 2013 | 5.08 | 4.93 | 1.62 |
| Aug 31, 2012 | 3.97 | 3.84 | 1.35 |
| Aug 31, 2011 | 3.53 | 3.40 | 0.90 |
| Aug 31, 2010 | 2.79 | 2.66 | 1.13 |
| Aug 31, 2009 | 2.55 | 2.44 | 0.50 |
| Aug 31, 2008 | 2.77 | 2.65 | 0.42 |
| Aug 31, 2007 | 2.06 | 1.97 | 0.35 |
| Aug 31, 2006 | 1.65 | 1.59 | 0.30 |
| Aug 31, 2005 | 1.60 | 1.56 | 0.00 |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2026-08-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2025-08-31), 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, 2, 3 Data adjusted for splits and stock dividends.
The financial per-share metrics demonstrate a sustained long-term expansion in both profitability and shareholder distributions over the period from 2005 through 2026.
- Earnings Per Share (EPS) Trends
- Basic earnings per share exhibited a strong upward trajectory, increasing from 1.60 in 2005 to a projected 13.66 by 2026. While the overall trend is positive, periodic volatility is observed, specifically during the 2009 fiscal year when basic EPS declined from 2.77 to 2.55, and again in 2014 and 2017. Despite these intermittent fluctuations, earnings growth accelerated significantly after 2018, with values rising from 6.46 in 2018 to consistently exceed 10.00 from 2022 onwards.
- Dilution Analysis
- Diluted earnings per share closely tracked basic earnings throughout the entire period, starting at 1.56 in 2005 and reaching 13.56 by 2026. The narrow variance between basic and diluted figures indicates a stable capital structure with minimal dilution impact from stock options or convertible securities.
- Dividend Distribution Patterns
- Dividends per share have shown consistent annual growth since their inception in 2006. Starting at 0.30, distributions grew steadily to a projected 6.52 by 2026. A notable step-change occurred between 2009 and 2010, where the dividend increased from 0.50 to 1.13. The progression of dividends has remained disciplined and closely aligned with the growth in earnings, reflecting a sustainable payout strategy supported by increasing net income per share.
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