How to buy Accenture shares in 2025
Accenture ($ACN) is a global professional services company providing consulting, technology and outsourcing services, helping businesses innovate, transform digitally and improve operations and efficiency.👉 Read on to learn about Accenture and how to buy $ACN shares in a few easy steps.
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How to buy Accenture stock in 5 steps
When investing in shares - whether ACN or otherwise - it’s important to consider your financial position, investing goals and risk tolerance. Before making any investment decision, it’s wise to consider your current circumstances and consult with a financial planner or advisor. If you decide that investing in Accenture is right for you, then consider the following steps.
1. Open an investing account
To buy Accenture stock in Australia, you’ll need to sign up to an investing platform with access to the U.S. share market. Stake offers seamless access to 12,000+ stocks and ETFs across the U.S. and Australian markets, including ACN.
2. Fund your account
Once you’ve opened an account, you’ll need to deposit funds to allow you to buy ACN shares. With Stake, you can deposit via bank transfer, debit/credit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or set up a recurring deposit using PayTo.
3. Search for Accenture or ACN
Find your prospective investment by searching the name or ticker symbol of the company. If you’re using Stake, you can easily search on our web trading platform or the Stake app.
4. Place an order for ACN shares
The next step is to place an order for the number of Accenture shares you’d like to buy. Be sure to check the market is open and ensure the order type and volume align with your investment plan.
5. Monitor your investment
Once your order executes, you should keep an eye on the company’s performance and monitor the performance of your portfolio. Check regularly to ensure your investment is aligned with your financial goals.
Put it on repeat?
If you intend to regularly purchase ACN shares, you could consider setting up a recurring investment. On Stake, you can set up a consistent purchase order for Accenture shares which may be useful if you’re thinking of investing in the company over the long term.
Accenture company overview
Accenture plc is a leading global professional services company specialising in consulting, technology and outsourcing. Founded in 1989, Accenture helps businesses and governments drive growth, efficiency and digital transformation through strategy development, cloud migration, cybersecurity, AI and data analytics. With its broad expertise across industries like healthcare, financial services, manufacturing and retail - Accenture partners with clients to deliver customised solutions that address complex challenges and capitalise on new opportunities in a rapidly evolving business environment.
Accenture share price performance
The Accenture share price was US$324.47 (-7.15%) as of market close.
Key metrics for Accenture
Get a breakdown of Accenture’s financial metrics.
| Latest market close | US$324.47 |
| Market capitalisation | US$188.21B |
| PE Ratio | 24.84 |
| Earnings per share | US$12.11 |
| Day change | -7.15% |
| 52-week high | US$398.35 |
| 52-week low | US$278.69 |
Data updated as of March 21, 2025.
Schedule a recurring investment in Accenture
Put your favourites on repeat - like Accenture - with a recurring investment on Stake. It’s a great way to build towards long-term goals and a convenient method to stay consistent with your investing habits.
You’re always in control, it’s easy to hit pause or skip a scheduled order.
Does Accenture pay dividends?
Yes, Accenture pays dividends.
| Dividend yield | 1.97% |
Data updated as of March 21, 2025.
What is the Accenture price target?
The average price target for ACN is US$376 across 6 combined analyst ratings.
The suggestion is to BUY with 67% of analysts suggesting to buy, 33% suggest hold and 0% suggest sell.
Analyst ratings and price targets are provided for informational purposes by our market data partner, Benzinga, and do not constitute a recommendation to make an investment decision. Future forecasts are not a reliable indicator of future performance.
How to sell Accenture shares?
The process of selling Accenture shares on Stake is similar to purchasing them. If you already own ACN shares on the platform and looking to sell, follow these steps:
- Open Stake, head to your Holdings and find Accenture
- Select Sell
- Choose the order type, number of shares/dollar value and the desired price (if applicable)
- Review your Sell order
- Follow the prompts to submit your order
Watch this video to see just how simple it is to buy and sell shares on Stake.
Is it a good time to buy Accenture shares?
Like any investment, Accenture may be a suitable option for some, but not for others. It’s important to understand that investing in any financial instrument comes with a certain level of risk.
You should always conduct your own research and consider your personal financial circumstances before buying $ACN shares. When researching, consider the company’s financial health, future prospects, current market conditions and whether or not it aligns with your investment strategy.
What are some similar stocks to ACN?
IBM Corporation ($IBM): IBM is a multinational technology and consulting company that offers a broad range of IT services, cloud solutions and artificial intelligence technologies, competing with Accenture in digital transformation and consulting services. Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp ($CTSH): Cognizant is a global IT services and consulting company offering digital transformation, technology solutions and business process services, closely aligning with Accenture’s consulting and outsourcing offerings. DXC Technology Company ($DXC): DXC Technology provides IT services, consulting and outsourcing solutions to enterprises globally, with a focus on driving digital transformation, cloud computing and data management for its clients.
What are some ETFs that hold ACN?
iShares U.S. Technology ETF ($IYW): This ETF tracks the performance of U.S. technology companies, with Accenture as one of its holdings alongside other major tech players like Apple, Microsoft and Cisco. Vanguard Information Technology ETF ($VGT): VGT aims to reflect the performance of the information technology sector, holding Accenture as well as other prominent technology and consulting firms, such as IBM and Intel. SPDR S&P 500 ETF ($SPY): SPY tracks the S&P 500 index and includes Accenture among its diverse portfolio of large-cap U.S. companies spanning various sectors, including technology, finance and healthcare.
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Accenture Common Questions
- Sign up to Stake on desktop or via the Stake app
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- Deposit funds via bank transfer, credit/debit card, Apple Pay/Google Pay or PayTo
- Place a buy order for Accenture
- Monitor your investment
Fractional shares allow U.S. investors to purchase a portion of a share in lieu of an entire stock. This can be advantageous for some investors who seek to hold a company in their portfolio but don’t want to pay for a full share.
So, in the case of Accenture, you could buy in with as little as US$10 instead of paying for a full share which was valued at US$301.26 at last market close.
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