Indian IT Sector Anticipates Muted Q2 Growth Amid AI Pricing Pressure and Cautious Spending
Indian IT companies are expected to report muted revenue growth and stable margins for Q2 FY27, despite the quarter typically being strong. Analysts cite cautious client spending, slow deal conversions, and AI-driven pricing pressures as key challenges. Mid-tier firms may outperform larger peers due to faster deal wins and acquisitions. While AI introduces cost efficiencies, it also pressures traditional service pricing. Accenture's strong Q4 results offer cautious optimism, but broad recovery in discretionary spending remains uncertain, with growth prospects hinging on execution and H2 performance.
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businessstandard broke this story on 4 Oct, 09:47 am. Other outlets followed.