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Outperform 80 (OpenAI - 5.2)
Rating:80Outperform
Price Target:
$21.50
▲(22.30% Upside)
The score is driven primarily by strong financial quality (high margins, strong ROE, and low leverage) and a generally positive earnings update (raised revenue guidance, strong large-deal wins, solid free cash flow). Technicals are supportive but not strongly bullish, while valuation is the main constraint given a ~24.9 P/E with only modest growth.
Positive Factors
Sustained high profitability
Consistently strong margins and high ROE signal structural profitability and operational efficiency. Persistent operating (~21%+) and net margins provide internal funding for investments in AI and talent, support recurring shareholder returns, and help the company absorb demand cycles without immediate capital raises.
Very conservative leverage
Extremely low leverage gives durable financial flexibility for hiring, capex, buybacks, or selective M&A without pressuring covenants. A strong equity base reduces insolvency risk, enhances credit optionality, and allows Infosys to invest in multi-year initiatives like AI and campus hiring while maintaining capital return programs.
Large deals and AI scale
Material large-deal momentum and extensive AI deployments indicate structural demand shift to higher-value digital services. Winning mega deals and executing thousands of AI projects with top clients improves client stickiness, enables value-based pricing, and positions Infosys to capture ongoing AI-driven transformation revenue over multiple years.
Negative Factors
Revenue growth deceleration
Top-line growth has slowed meaningfully versus prior periods, with management guiding modest mid-single-digit growth. Slower revenue expansion constrains operating-leverage gains, limits room for margin improvement, and makes returns on heavy fresher/hiring investments and AI buildouts more dependent on improving demand mix.
Labor-code charge and ongoing margin drag
Regulatory changes led to a material one-time charge and a persistent ~15bps annual margin drag. This alters the cost base and modestly reduces structural profitability, lowering free cash flow and the incremental capital available for reinvestment or returns absent compensating efficiency gains or higher pricing.
McCamish legal / cyber disclosures
Ongoing McCamish-related lawsuits and a disclosed cyber incident create chronic operational and reputational risk for the subsidiary. Unquantified legal exposure and security remediation can produce multi-quarter costs, client remediation demands, and regulatory scrutiny, introducing lasting uncertainty into earnings and client trust.

Infosys (INFY) vs. SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY)

Infosys Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company DescriptionInfosys Limited, together with its subsidiaries, provides consulting, technology, outsourcing, and next-generation digital services in North America, Europe, India, and internationally. It provides digital marketing and digital workplace, digital commerce, digital experience and interactions, metaverse, data analytics and AI, applied AI, generative AI, sustainability, blockchain, engineering, Internet of Things, enterprise agile DevOps, application modernization, cloud, digital process automation, digital supply chain, Microsoft business application and cloud business, service experience transformation, energy transition, cyber security, and quality engineering solutions; Oracle, SAP, and Saleforce solutions; API economy and microservices; and Topaz, an AI-first set of services, solutions, and platforms using generative AI technologies. The company's products and platforms include Finacle, a core banking solution; Edge suite of products; Panaya platform, Infosys Equinox, Infosys Helix, Infosys Applied AI, Infosys Cortex, and Stater digital platforms; and Infosys McCamish, an insurance platform. It serves aerospace and defense, agriculture, automotive, chemical manufacturing, communication, consumer packaged goods, education, engineering procurement and construction, healthcare, high technology, industrial manufacturing, information services and publishing, insurance, life science, logistics and distribution, media, entertainment, mining, oil and gas, private equity, professional, public, retail, travel, hospitality, utilities, and waste management industries. The company was formerly known as Infosys Technologies Limited and changed its name to Infosys Limited in June 2011. Infosys Limited was incorporated in 1981 and is headquartered in Bengaluru, India.
How the Company Makes MoneyInfosys generates revenue primarily through its IT services and consulting offerings. The company's revenue model is largely based on a time-and-materials contract structure, where clients are charged for the hours worked by consultants and developers, as well as fixed-price contracts for specific projects. Key revenue streams include service fees from the development and maintenance of software solutions, consulting services, and managed services. Additionally, Infosys earns income from its digital services, which encompass cloud computing, data analytics, and automation solutions. Significant partnerships with major technology firms, such as Microsoft and Amazon Web Services, also contribute to its earnings by enhancing its service offerings and expanding its client base. The company serves a diverse array of clients globally, which helps mitigate risk and stabilize revenue across different economic conditions.

Infosys Earnings Call Summary

Earnings Call Date:Jan 14, 2026
(Q3-2026)
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Next Earnings Date:Apr 16, 2026
Earnings Call Sentiment Positive
The call emphasized multiple clear positives: upgraded revenue guidance, strong large‑deal signings (including a $1.6B NHS deal), robust free cash flow, and accelerating AI traction and capabilities (thousands of AI projects, millions of lines of AI‑generated code). Management is investing heavily in freshers and AI talent and reported adjusted margin stability/expansion after adjusting for one‑offs. Key negatives are a one‑time INR 1,289 crore labor‑code charge with a modest ongoing ~15 bps drag, some reported margin volatility from furloughs/variable pay and lower utilization from training, and continued softness in segments like retail and pockets of North America. Overall, the strategic strength, cash generation and upward guidance outweigh the transitory headwinds.
Q3-2026 Updates
Positive Updates
Revenue Growth and Upgraded Guidance
Q3 revenue grew 0.6% sequentially and 1.7% year‑over‑year in constant currency. Management raised FY revenue growth guidance to 3.0%–3.5% in constant currency (operating margin guidance unchanged at 20%–22%).
Strong Large Deal Wins
Signed $4.8 billion of large deals in the quarter across 26 deals (57% net new). Notable win: a £/U.K. National Health Service deal of $1.6 billion focused on AI-driven healthcare transformation.
Solid Profitability and Cash Generation
Adjusted operating margin reported around ~21% (CEO cited 21.2%; 9-month margin at 21% per CFO). Generated free cash flow of $915 million in the quarter.
Material AI Momentum and Capabilities
Broad AI traction: working with 90% of the largest 200 clients, executing ~4,600 AI projects, generating >28 million lines of code via AI, and building over 500 agents. Launched Topaz Fabric agent services and identified six AI‑led value pools to capture incremental opportunity.
Investment in Talent and Capacity Building
Onboarded ~18,000 freshers toward a 20,000 campus‑hire target for the year, scaling forward‑deployed engineer teams and introducing specialized hiring/compensation constructs for AI engineers to meet future demand.
Margin Expansion Drivers Identified
Adjusted margin expanded ~20 basis points sequentially on a reported basis after excluding one‑offs. Management cited currency tailwind (~+40 bps) and Project Maximus (value‑based selling and automation, ~+50 bps) as key positive drivers.
Negative Updates
Labor Code One‑Time Charge and Ongoing Impact
Incurred an INR 1,289 crore impact this quarter related to Indian labor code changes (accrued through Dec‑end). Management flagged an ongoing annual headwind of roughly 15 basis points to margins going forward.
Reported Margin Volatility and Near‑Term Headwinds
Reported operating margin experienced near‑term pressure (questions noted a sequential dip to ~20.8% reported). Headwinds included furloughs / working‑day effects, higher accrued variable pay and certain one‑offs that offset some margin gains.
Softness in Certain End Markets and Geographies
Retail remains a weaker segment with pockets of cost containment; North America showed sequential degrowth in constant currency (management cited client/industry mix rather than a single large issue).
Lower Utilization Due to Trainee Intake
Utilization including trainees declined (~1% lower) as the company onboarded large fresher cohorts and invested in capacity-building, causing short‑term productivity drag.
Visa/H‑1B Uncertainty
An employee was denied U.S. entry and sent back; while management stated no Infosys employee has been apprehended, H‑1B/visa environment remains an area of uncertainty that could affect U.S. delivery/deployment dynamics.
Company Guidance
Management raised FY revenue guidance to 3.0–3.5% growth in constant currency while keeping FY operating‑margin guidance at 20–22%; in Q3 revenue grew 0.6% sequentially and 1.7% YoY (cc), adjusted operating margin was ~21.2% (9‑month margin ~21% midpoint) and adjusted margins expanded ~20 bps sequentially excluding labour‑code effects. They signed $4.8bn of large deals (26 deals, 57% net‑new) including a $1.6bn NHS win, generated $915m free cash flow, onboarded roughly 18,000 freshers toward a 20,000 target, and flagged AI scale—working with ~90% of the top 200 clients on ~4,600 AI projects, generating >28m lines of AI‑assisted code and building >500 agents. Management also disclosed a one‑time labour‑code charge of INR 1,289 crore with an ongoing ~15 bps annual impact, and said currency (~40 bps) and Project Maximus (~50 bps) aided margin expansion; more detail will be shared at Investor Day.

Infosys Financial Statement Overview

Summary
High-quality fundamentals with strong profitability (TTM operating margin ~21.4%, net margin ~16.2%), very conservative leverage (TTM debt-to-equity ~0.07), and consistently strong ROE (~29.7% TTM). Offsets include decelerating revenue momentum, modest margin drift vs. FY2021, and a recent TTM free cash flow decline (~-8.9%).
Income Statement
84
Very Positive
INFY shows consistently strong profitability with solid TTM (Trailing-Twelve-Months) margins (gross margin ~29.8%, operating margin ~21.4%, net margin ~16.2%). Revenue has grown from ~$13.6B (FY2021) to ~$19.3B (FY2025), but growth has clearly decelerated versus earlier years and the TTM revenue growth figure appears unusually high relative to the annual trend. Margins have also drifted modestly lower from FY2021 levels, indicating some pressure on profitability despite scale.
Balance Sheet
92
Very Positive
The balance sheet is a major strength: leverage is very low (TTM debt-to-equity ~0.07; FY2025 ~0.09) and equity remains sizable (TTM ~$9.2B). Returns on equity are consistently high (~28%–33% across the period; TTM ~29.7%), indicating efficient capital use. The key watch item is the decline in stockholders’ equity from FY2025 (~$11.2B) to TTM (~$9.2B), even as profitability remained strong.
Cash Flow
78
Positive
Cash generation is healthy, with free cash flow closely tracking earnings (TTM free cash flow to net income ~0.93; similar in FY2024–FY2025). However, free cash flow growth turned negative in TTM (down ~8.9%) after positive growth in FY2024–FY2025, suggesting some near-term softening in cash conversion. Operating cash flow coverage is moderate rather than exceptional (TTM ~0.74; FY2025 ~0.87), which is solid but not a standout given the company’s profitability profile.
BreakdownDec 2025Dec 2024Dec 2023Dec 2022Dec 2021
Income Statement
Total Revenue19.28B18.56B18.21B16.31B13.56B
Gross Profit5.87B5.59B5.50B5.32B4.73B
EBITDA5.07B4.97B4.71B4.53B4.05B
Net Income3.16B3.17B2.98B2.96B2.61B
Balance Sheet
Total Assets17.42B16.52B15.31B15.55B14.82B
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments4.51B3.35B2.36B3.23B3.75B
Total Debt962.00M1.00B1.01B722.00M728.00M
Total Liabilities6.17B5.92B6.09B5.56B4.32B
Stockholders Equity11.21B10.56B9.17B9.94B10.44B
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow4.09B2.88B2.53B3.06B2.97B
Operating Cash Flow4.35B3.15B2.85B3.35B3.26B
Investing Cash Flow-361.00M-708.00M-218.00M-1.00B-1.13B
Financing Cash Flow-2.88B-2.12B-3.29B-3.33B-1.32B

Infosys Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Negative
Last Price17.58
Price Trends
50DMA
18.05
Negative
100DMA
17.34
Positive
200DMA
17.36
Positive
Market Momentum
MACD
-0.04
Positive
RSI
43.10
Neutral
STOCH
6.39
Positive
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For INFY, the sentiment is Negative. The current price of 17.58 is below the 20-day moving average (MA) of 18.16, below the 50-day MA of 18.05, and above the 200-day MA of 17.36, indicating a neutral trend. The MACD of -0.04 indicates Positive momentum. The RSI at 43.10 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 6.39 is Positive, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Negative sentiment for INFY.

Infosys Risk Analysis

Infosys disclosed 58 risk factors in its most recent earnings report. Infosys reported the most risks in the "Finance & Corporate" category.
Finance & Corporate - Financial and accounting risks. Risks related to the execution of corporate activity and strategy
Latest Risks Added 0 New Risks

Infosys Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (61)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
80
Outperform
$74.11B22.6532.85%2.58%4.62%1.06%
79
Outperform
$39.61B19.0214.50%1.46%7.44%-4.57%
77
Outperform
$162.22B21.8025.35%2.25%6.58%1.19%
73
Outperform
$11.52B31.8410.21%14.26%-15.49%
71
Outperform
$286.68B27.4635.26%2.21%4.51%21.89%
67
Neutral
$26.97B17.3215.81%2.78%-1.97%48.61%
61
Neutral
$37.18B12.37-10.20%1.83%8.50%-7.62%
* Technology Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
INFY
Infosys
17.58
-3.87
-18.04%
ACN
Accenture
263.64
-113.10
-30.02%
CTSH
Cognizant
82.06
0.48
0.59%
EPAM
Epam Systems
208.60
-47.98
-18.70%
IBM
International Business Machines
306.70
52.54
20.67%
WIT
Wipro
2.52
-1.01
-28.69%

Infosys Corporate Events

Infosys Files Form 6-K Updating Markets on McCamish Cyber Incident
Dec 31, 2025

Infosys disclosed in a Form 6-K dated December 23, 2025, that it has provided stock exchanges with an update on a cyber incident involving its McCamish business unit, issuing a formal company statement as an exhibit to the filing. While the brief notice offers no operational or financial details, the move underscores the company’s effort to keep regulators and investors informed on cybersecurity developments, highlighting the growing materiality of cyber risks for global IT service providers and the heightened scrutiny around how such incidents are communicated to markets.

The most recent analyst rating on (INFY) stock is a Hold with a $18.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Infosys stock, see the INFY Stock Forecast page.

Infosys Files Form 6-K on Update to Lawsuits Involving Infosys McCamish Systems
Dec 22, 2025

On December 20, 2025, Infosys Limited notified stock exchanges that it had provided an update on lawsuits pending against its subsidiary, Infosys McCamish Systems LLC, and subsequently furnished this notification to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission via a Form 6-K filed on December 22, 2025. While the filing confirms the existence of ongoing litigation involving the subsidiary, it offers no substantive details on the nature, scale or potential financial impact of the lawsuits, leaving investors aware of legal exposure but without additional visibility into associated risks or implications for the company’s operations and financial position.

The most recent analyst rating on (INFY) stock is a Hold with a $18.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Infosys stock, see the INFY Stock Forecast page.

Infosys Files Form 6-K to Clarify December 19 ADR Price Volatility
Dec 22, 2025

On December 20, 2025, Infosys notified stock exchanges that it had issued a clarification regarding unusual volatility observed in its American Depositary Receipt (ADR) price on December 19, 2025, and has furnished this clarification to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission via a Form 6-K filed on December 22, 2025. By formally addressing the ADR price swings through an exchange intimation and SEC submission, Infosys is signaling attention to investor concerns and regulatory transparency, an important step for maintaining confidence among U.S. and global shareholders amid sudden movements in its U.S.-traded securities.

The most recent analyst rating on (INFY) stock is a Hold with a $18.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Infosys stock, see the INFY Stock Forecast page.

Infosys Completes Equity Share Buyback Program
Dec 11, 2025

On December 11, 2025, Infosys Limited announced the completion of its equity share buyback program, resulting in the extinguishment of 100 million fully paid-up equity shares. This move, which followed a public announcement on November 7, 2025, and a tender offer period from November 20 to November 26, 2025, reduced the company’s equity share capital from approximately 4.15 billion to 4.05 billion shares. The buyback is part of Infosys’s strategy to optimize its capital structure and enhance shareholder value.

The most recent analyst rating on (INFY) stock is a Buy with a $19.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Infosys stock, see the INFY Stock Forecast page.

Infosys Reports Stock Incentives for Key Managers
Nov 25, 2025

Infosys Limited has reported to the United States Securities and Exchange Commission about the stock incentives acquired by its Key Managerial Personnel (KMPs) as per the company’s stock option plans. In compliance with Indian regulations, Infosys disclosed the securities transactions by KMPs to the National Stock Exchange and Bombay Stock Exchange, ensuring transparency and adherence to insider trading regulations. This move underscores Infosys’s commitment to regulatory compliance and transparency in its operations, potentially reinforcing stakeholder trust.

The most recent analyst rating on (INFY) stock is a Buy with a $19.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Infosys stock, see the INFY Stock Forecast page.

Infosys Announces ₹18,000 Crore Share Buyback
Nov 10, 2025

On November 10, 2025, Infosys Limited announced a buyback of up to 10 crore fully paid-up equity shares, representing 2.41% of its total equity share capital, at a price of ₹1,800 per share. This buyback, approved by the shareholders and the board, aims to return an aggregate consideration of up to ₹18,000 crore to eligible shareholders through a tender offer route. The move is expected to impact the company’s capital structure and provide value to its shareholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (INFY) stock is a Buy with a $19.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Infosys stock, see the INFY Stock Forecast page.

Infosys Announces Share Buyback Approval Following Shareholder Vote
Nov 6, 2025

Infosys Limited announced the results of a shareholder vote conducted via a Postal Ballot, which approved the buyback of equity shares. The voting process, which concluded on November 4, 2025, saw a significant majority in favor of the buyback, with the Board of Directors having set November 14, 2025, as the record date for determining eligible shareholders. This move is part of Infosys’s strategy to enhance shareholder value and reflects the company’s robust financial health and commitment to returning capital to its shareholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (INFY) stock is a Buy with a $19.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Infosys stock, see the INFY Stock Forecast page.

Infosys Announces ₹18,000 Crore Share Buyback Proposal
Oct 22, 2025

On October 22, 2025, Infosys Limited announced its proposal to buy back equity shares worth ₹18,000 Crore at a price of ₹1,800 per share, representing 2.41% of its total equity share capital. This move, pending shareholder approval, aims to enhance shareholder value and optimize the company’s capital structure. The draft Letter of Offer has been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for regulatory purposes, with the final offer to be issued in compliance with Indian regulations.

The most recent analyst rating on (INFY) stock is a Buy with a $19.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Infosys stock, see the INFY Stock Forecast page.

Infosys Reports Strong Q2 2025 Results and Strategic Collaborations
Oct 21, 2025

On October 16, 2025, Infosys announced its financial results for the quarter and six months ended September 30, 2025, reporting a quarterly revenue of $5.076 billion, marking a 2.9% year-on-year growth in constant currency. The company achieved strong deal wins with a total contract value of $3.1 billion and maintained robust free cash flow generation. Infosys also announced strategic collaborations with major clients like ABN AMRO, Mastercard, and Telstra to enhance digital transformation and AI integration. The company continues to position itself as a leader in digital innovation, with a focus on AI-driven solutions and sustainable growth.

The most recent analyst rating on (INFY) stock is a Hold with a $16.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Infosys stock, see the INFY Stock Forecast page.

Infosys Announces Q2 2025 Financial Results and Strategic Moves
Oct 16, 2025

On October 16, 2025, Infosys Limited announced its financial results for the quarter and half-year ended September 30, 2025. The company declared an interim dividend of 23/- per equity share, with a record date of October 27, 2025, and a payout date of November 7, 2025. Additionally, the Board approved stock grants under the 2015 and 2019 Stock Incentive Plans, and announced the incorporation of a new subsidiary in Egypt. As part of an internal reorganization, Infosys transferred 90% of its shareholding in Infosys Consulting S.R.L., Argentina, to Infosys Nova Holdings LLC.

The most recent analyst rating on (INFY) stock is a Buy with a $18.50 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Infosys stock, see the INFY Stock Forecast page.

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This AI Analyst Stock Report is automatically generated by our AI systems using advanced algorithms and publicly available financial, technical, and market data. While the information provided aims to be accurate and insightful, it is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Any content created by an AI (Artificial Intelligence) system may contain inaccuracies and/or contain errors. Investing in stocks carries inherent risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. This report does not account for your personal financial circumstances, objectives, or risk tolerance. Always conduct your own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. The analysis and recommendations provided are based on historical and current data and may not fully reflect future market conditions or unexpected developments. Neither the creators of this report nor its affiliated entities guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented. Use this report at your own discretion and risk.Date of analysis: Jan 16, 2026