Athira Sethu
Kochi, 4 November 2025
Cognizant Technology Solutions announced strong third-quarter results for 2025, with a revenue increase of 7.4% YoY. This was led by a solid performance across all segments, especially in North America. Further, great strides were made in AI investment and strategic acquisitions that helped boost the bottom line. Such strong performance prompted the company to raise its full year revenue growth guidance.
Detailed Financial Results
| Metric | Q3 2025 | Q3 2024 | YTD Q3 2025 | YTD Q3 2024 |
| Revenue | $5.42 billion | $5.05 billion | $15.78 billion | $14.66 billion |
| YoY Revenue Change | +7.4% | +3.0% | +7.6% | +0.4% |
| YoY Revenue Change (Constant Currency) | +6.5% | +2.7% | +7.3% | +0.3% |
| GAAP Operating Margin | 16.0% | 14.6% | 16.1% | 14.6% |
| Adjusted Operating Margin | 16.0% | 15.3% | 15.7% | 15.2% |
| GAAP Diluted EPS ($) | 0.56 | 1.17 | 3.22 | 3.41 |
| Adjusted Diluted EPS ($) | 1.39 | 1.25 | 3.93 | 3.55 |
| Acquisition Contribution to Revenue Growth | +250 bps | – | +350 bps | – |
Strategic Developments and Shareholder Returns:
| Metric | Q3 2025 | YTD 2025 |
| AI Investments | Showing strong results | Continued focus on AI-driven growth |
| Shares Repurchased | 6.3 million shares for $450 million | 13.1 million shares for $994 million |
| Dividend Declared | $0.31 per share | Payable in November 2025 |
Guidance for Full-Year 2025:
| Metric | Full-Year 2025 Forecast |
| Revenue Growth (YoY) | 6.0% to 6.3% (Constant Currency) |
| Adjusted Operating Margin | 15.7% |
| Adjusted Diluted EPS ($) | $5.22 to $5.26 |
