Cognizant Reports Q3 Revenue Growth, Lowers Full-Year Guidance Amid Uncertainty
Cognizant reported a 4.6% year-on-year revenue increase to $5.66 billion for Q3 2026, surpassing Wall Street estimates. Despite this, the company lowered its full-year revenue growth guidance to 4-4.4% in constant currency, citing macroeconomic uncertainty, policy delays, and volatile conditions. Net income rose 129% to $627 million, while operating margin declined slightly. Bookings fell 7% in the quarter but grew 4% over the trailing 12 months, including three large deals. CEO Ravi Kumar highlighted ongoing AI integration and growth in financial services.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (57/100). Lens Score 38/100.
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AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (54–58/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
moneycontrol broke this story on 29 Oct, 11:24 am. Other outlets followed.
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