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TCS Information Technology 12 Jul 2023

Tata Consultancy Services Ltd — Q1 FY24

TCS reported a steady Q1 FY24 with revenue of INR 59,300 crore (+12.6% YoY) and operating margin of 23.2%, despite absorbing annual wage hikes.

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Revenue ₹59,300 Cr +12.6%
EBITDA ₹13,755 Cr
EBITDA Margin 23.2%
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TCS reported a steady Q1 FY24 with revenue of INR 59,300 crore (+12.6% YoY) and operating margin of 23.2%, despite absorbing annual wage hikes. Net profit stood at INR 11,074 crore. The order book reached $10.2 billion, up 24% YoY, driven by strong deal wins in North America and BFSI. However, revenue growth was flat sequentially due to client reprioritization and delays in discretionary projects. Management noted near-term uncertainty but remains confident in long-term technology demand, citing a robust pipeline and early GenAI engagements (50+ POCs). Attrition improved to 17.8% from 20.1% in Q4. Key risks include prolonged macro uncertainty, slower conversion of large deals, and potential pricing pressure in a soft demand environment. The company aspires to return to its 26%-28% margin band but refrained from providing a timeline.

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Order Book (TCV) $10.2B
+24% YoY

Total contract value for Q1 FY24, driven by strong wins in North America and BFSI.

Attrition (LTM IT) 17.8%
-230bps QoQ

Attrition declined from 20.1% in Q4, indicating improved employee retention.

GenAI POCs & Pipeline 50+ POCs, 100+ pipeline
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Early-stage GenAI engagements; management expects material revenue in a couple of quarters.

Customers >$100M 60
+1 YoY

Number of clients generating over $100M in annual revenue, reflecting deepening relationships.

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Top guidance Aspirational margin band of 26%-28%

Management reiterated the long-term margin aspiration but declined to provide a timeline for achievement, citing macro uncertainty.

Top risk Prolonged demand softness in North America and BFSI

Revenue growth in key markets remains subdued due to client reprioritization and uncertainty; no clear timeline for recovery.

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