12 Best Information Technology Services Stocks to Buy Now

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2. Accenture plc (NYSE:ACN)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 71

Accenture plc (NYSE:ACN) is one of the best information technology services stocks to buy now.

On February 24, Accenture plc (NYSE:ACN) reported that it had acquired an advanced AI technology solution from Avanseus.

Avanseus is a cloud-native product company, and its AI software, acquired by Accenture, will help the firm with models offering predictions, anomaly detection, and optimization for complex operations. This will add to Accenture’s strength in its cognitive network platform and enhance its ability to scale AI and machine learning models.

The advanced AI solution will enable better decision-making in complex network operations, allowing telecommunications providers to accelerate the transition to autonomous networks, boost financial performance, and enhance service agility.

The firm believes that the acquisition positions them at the forefront of network benchmarking and large-scale network transformation for global communications providers. The Global Network Practice Lead, Communications, Media, and High-Tech Industry at Accenture, Tejas Rao, noted that this strategic collaboration with Avanseus enables them to swiftly develop and deploy cutting-edge agentic AI solutions, assisting clients with a smooth transition to autonomous network operations.

Of the 48 analysts covering ACN, 54% rate the stock as a Buy, 43% as Hold, and 4% as Sell. The average price target of $301 presents an upside potential of over 43% as of March 3.

Accenture plc (NYSE:ACN) offers strategy & consulting, Accenture Song, Industry X, technology, and operations services globally. The company provides system integration, application management, data, AI, cloud, and automation services, as well as global delivery services.

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