

We are disappointed by the company’s weak Q3 revenue forecast. We have a neutral rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 380. The consulting segment is bearing the brunt of economic slowdown. Things are not looking good, at least in the near term. We have a neutral call on the stock with a target of Rs 420. We remain Underweight as we continue to expect margin and revenue headwinds. Weak momentum for Q3 with margin pressures persisting as environment worsens. We have an underweight call on the stock with a target price of Rs 360. The firm has cut FY23 EPS estimates by 4 percent and FY24 EPS estimates by 1 percent. Q2 numbers were in line with a modest growth outlook but valuations are supportive for the stock. We have an outperform rating on the stock with a target price of Rs 450. We cut FY23-24 EPS (earnings per share) estimates by 3-5 percent. Guidance for Q3 is disappointing and alludes to slowdown. Investors need to brace for near-term weakness as margin recovery is likely to be gradual.
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