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Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp Class A (CTSH)

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07/10/2025: CTSH (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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27 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $87.21

1 Year Target Price $87.21

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$87.21 Target price
52w Low $65.27
Current$76.73
52w High $90.17

Analysis of Past Performance

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Historic Profit 6.91%
Avg. Invested days 56
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 37.82B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 16.15
1Y Target Price 87.21
Price to earnings Ratio 16.15
1Y Target Price 87.21
Volume (30-day avg) 27
Beta 0.98
52 Weeks Range 65.27 - 90.17
Updated Date 07/10/2025
52 Weeks Range 65.27 - 90.17
Updated Date 07/10/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 1.59%
Basic EPS (TTM) 4.75

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Profitability

Profit Margin 11.73%
Operating Margin (TTM) 15.46%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 10.09%
Return on Equity (TTM) 16.61%

Valuation

Trailing PE 16.15
Forward PE 15.8
Enterprise Value 38597709941
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.88
Enterprise Value 38597709941
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.88
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.92
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.47
Shares Outstanding 492942016
Shares Floating 491532149
Shares Outstanding 492942016
Shares Floating 491532149
Percent Insiders 0.1
Percent Institutions 100.84

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Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp Class A

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Cognizant Technology Solutions was founded in 1994 as Dun & Bradstreet Satyam Software. It was later renamed Cognizant in 1996. The company has grown through acquisitions and organic growth, becoming a leading global technology consulting and services provider.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Digital Business & Technology: Focuses on helping clients transform their businesses through digital technologies, including cloud, data analytics, and artificial intelligence.
  • Digital Operations: Provides services to optimize and manage business processes, including automation and outsourcing.
  • Digital Experience: Focuses on helping businesses create compelling customer experiences through the use of technology and data.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Cognizant is led by CEO Ravi Kumar Singisetti. The organizational structure includes various business units and geographic regions reporting to the executive leadership team.

Top Products and Market Share

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  • Consulting Services: Provides strategic IT and business consulting services to help clients achieve their business objectives. Competitors include Accenture, Deloitte, and TCS. Market share is difficult to determine precisely across all service lines but estimated in the 4-6% range of the global IT consulting market. Revenue data is integrated into the Digital Business & Technology segment.
  • Application Development & Maintenance: Develops, maintains, and supports custom applications for clients across various industries. Competitors include Infosys, Wipro, and Capgemini. Market share is difficult to determine precisely across all service lines but estimated in the 4-6% range of the global IT services market. Revenue data is integrated into the Digital Business & Technology segment.
  • Infrastructure Services: Provides infrastructure management and support services, including cloud computing, data center management, and cybersecurity. Competitors include IBM, and HCLTech. Market share is difficult to determine precisely across all service lines but estimated in the 4-6% range of the global IT services market. Revenue data is integrated into the Digital Operations segment.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The IT services industry is characterized by rapid technological change, globalization, and increasing demand for digital transformation. Key trends include cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity.

Positioning

Cognizant is positioned as a leading provider of IT services, with a focus on digital transformation and industry-specific solutions. Its competitive advantages include its global delivery model, deep industry expertise, and strong client relationships.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The total addressable market for IT services is estimated to be over $1 trillion globally. Cognizant is positioned to capture a significant portion of this market through its comprehensive service offerings and global reach.

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Strengths

  • Strong brand recognition
  • Global delivery model
  • Deep industry expertise
  • Strong client relationships
  • Digital transformation capabilities

Weaknesses

  • Relatively lower profit margins compared to some peers
  • Dependence on North American market
  • Integration challenges from acquisitions
  • High employee attrition rates

Opportunities

  • Growing demand for digital transformation
  • Expansion into new geographic markets
  • Strategic acquisitions to enhance capabilities
  • Increased adoption of cloud computing
  • Growth in AI and data analytics

Threats

  • Intense competition from other IT service providers
  • Economic downturns affecting IT spending
  • Rapid technological change
  • Cybersecurity threats
  • Political and regulatory risks

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • ACN
  • INFY
  • IBM
  • WIT

Competitive Landscape

Cognizant faces intense competition from other IT service providers. Cognizant's advantages include its strong industry expertise and client relationships. Disadvantages include a relatively lower profit margin than some peers.

Major Acquisitions

Belize Consulting Services

  • Year: 2021
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 0
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanding Salesforce capabilities and footprint

Linium

  • Year: 2021
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 0
  • Strategic Rationale: Accelerate cloud based digital transformation

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Cognizant has experienced significant growth over the past two decades, driven by acquisitions and organic expansion in key markets.

Future Projections: Analysts project moderate revenue growth for Cognizant, driven by demand for digital transformation services. Earnings growth is expected to be higher due to cost optimization efforts.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include strategic acquisitions to enhance capabilities in cloud, AI, and data analytics, as well as investments in employee training and development.

Summary

Cognizant is a major player in the IT services industry, with a strong focus on digital transformation. While it benefits from strong brand recognition and a global delivery model, it faces intense competition and integration challenges. Cost optimization and strategic acquisitions are crucial for maintaining growth. Long-term success hinges on adapting to evolving market demands.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Cognizant's Annual Reports
  • Industry Reports
  • Financial News Articles
  • Analyst Estimates
  • Company Press Releases

Disclaimers:

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About Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp Class A

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Teaneck, NJ, United States
IPO Launch date 1998-06-19
CEO & Director Mr. Ravi Kumar Singisetti
Sector Technology
Industry Information Technology Services
Full time employees 336300
Full time employees 336300

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation, a professional services company, provides consulting and technology, and outsourcing services in North America, Europe, and internationally. It operates through four segments: Financial Services; Health Sciences; Products and Resources; and Communications, Media and Technology. The company provides services including artificial intelligence (AI) and other technology services and solutions, consulting, application development, systems integration, digital engineering, quality engineering and assurance, application maintenance, infrastructure, security, cloud, internet of things, enterprise platform services, and business process services and automation. It also offers AI-led automation, which includes advisory, and process and IT automation solutions designed to simplify and accelerate automation adoption; business process outsourcing services, which help deliver business outcomes including revenue growth, increased customer and employee satisfaction, and cost savings; and Cognizant Moment, a digital experience service that uses AI to reimagine customer experiences and engineer strategies aimed at driving growth. In addition, the company develops, licenses, implements, and supports proprietary and third-party software products and platforms; and develops industry-specific products and services. It offers solution to healthcare providers and payers, life sciences companies, banking, capital markets, payments and insurance companies, manufacturers, automakers, retailers, consumer goods, travel and hospitality, communications, media and entertainment, education, information services, and technology companies, as well as businesses providing logistics, energy, and utility services. The company was incorporated in 1988 and is headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey.