For a company that helps businesses and governments implement software, migrate to the cloud and modernise their operations, generative AI presents both an opportunity and a challenge. While it creates demand for new technology services, it also raises questions about how much routine coding and advisory work clients will continue to need.

“The question for investors is," says Nagham Hassan, Market Analyst at etoro MENA, "whether AI will expand Accenture’s business or reduce demand for some of the work it traditionally provides. A steady quarter would be reassuring, but the outlook will matter more. Investors want evidence that companies are moving beyond AI experiments and committing to...