Capgemini remains undervalued with strong fundamentals, solid FCF, and resilient performance despite macro headwinds and tariff concerns. I slightly lower my price target to €193/share due to moderated margin and growth assumptions, but still see 14-16% annualized return potential. The company's leadership in digital transformation, defense sector exposure, and robust client base support a compelling long-term investment case.
Here is how Cap Gemini SA (CGEMY) and Marqeta (MQ) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.
Cap Gemini (CGEMY) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).
I am downgrading Capgemini to a hold rating due to weaker-than-expected demand and lack of growth acceleration. Despite positive developments in GenAI adoption, broader IT spending remains soft, impacting CAPMF's overall performance. Regional performance is mixed, with stabilization in North America and the UK, but significant weakness in France and Europe.
Capgemini CEO Aiman Ezzat says that lighter AI models, such as the one created by DeepSeek, will help drive growth in the technology.
French IT consulting group Capgemini on Tuesday reported a 2% decline in its full-year sales in constant currency terms, slightly ahead of market expectations.
The European Union has gone too far with artificial intelligence regulations, making it harder for global companies to deploy the technology in the region, said Aiman Ezzat, chief executive of French IT consulting group Capgemini , in an interview.
Capgemini, despite a 23% decline, remains fundamentally strong with low debt, a solid 2.2% yield, and consistent performance, making it an attractive investment at current valuations. The company's challenges include a pressured 2024E year, higher costs due to European client base, and a slow headcount reduction, but positive long-term growth prospects. Increased acceptance of offshoring, expanding client base, and high demand for digital transformation services position Capgemini for future growth and margin improvement.
Capgemini CEO Aiman Ezzat joins Squawk Box after the company cut its 2024 revenue forecast for the second time this year, pointing to continued weakness in some markets which impacted third-quarter sales.
French IT consulting group Capgemini cut its full-year revenue target after it reported lower third-quarter sales on Wednesday.
Cap Gemini (CGEMY) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.
French IT consulting group Capgemini said on Friday it now expects its annual revenue to fall compared with the earlier expectation of a rise, citing weakness in the North America market.