Wipro Q3 Revenue Tops Estimates on Americas Communications, Health and Consumer Growth

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Wipro’s third-quarter revenue exceeded analyst estimates, led by growth in its Americas communications, health and consumer segments. The stronger revenue performance reflects accelerating demand for the company’s digital and cloud services across key industries.

1. Robust Revenue Growth and Margin Expansion

Wipro reported gross revenue of Rs 235.6 billion for Q3 2026, marking a 3.8% sequential increase and a 5.5% year-on-year rise. The IT services segment generated $2,635.4 million in revenue, up 1.2% QoQ and flat YoY on a reported basis. On a constant-currency non-GAAP basis, IT services revenue rose 1.4% quarter-over-quarter but was down 1.2% year-over-year. Operating margins in IT services expanded by 90 basis points sequentially to 17.6%, a 10-basis-point improvement over the prior year quarter, reflecting improved utilisation, pricing discipline and higher-margin AI-led engagements.

2. Profitability and Earnings Per Share Trends

Net income stood at Rs 31.2 billion, down 3.9% QoQ and 7.0% YoY, driving basic earnings per share of Rs 2.98, a decline of 3.9% sequentially and 7.2% annually. Adjusting for the impact of new labour code gratuity costs, net income rose to Rs 33.6 billion, up 3.6% QoQ and flat YoY, while adjusted EPS increased to Rs 3.21, a 3.5% sequential gain and flat against the prior year. Management attributed the sequential improvement to higher-margin deal wins and operational efficiencies in its AI-powered platforms business.

3. Strong Cash Flows and Shareholder Returns

Operating cash flow for the quarter was Rs 42.6 billion, up 25.7% quarter-over-quarter, amounting to 135.4% of net income, although down 13.6% from the same period last year. The company’s robust cash conversion underpins its balance sheet strength. The board declared an interim dividend of Rs 6 per share, bringing total payout for the fiscal year to approximately $1.3 billion. Voluntary attrition moderated to 14.2% on a trailing 12-month basis, supporting margin stability and delivery continuity across global delivery centers.

4. Guidance and Strategic Deal Momentum

For Q4 2026, Wipro expects IT services revenue in the range of $2,635 million to $2,688 million, implying flat to 2.0% sequential growth in constant currency. Management highlighted continued traction in AI-powered offerings, with Wipro Intelligence™ contributing to several large deal closures in healthcare, financial services and manufacturing. Notable wins include a multi-year engagement with a US national health insurer leveraging the PayerAI platform, and an extension of a decade-long agreement with a global technology leader for trust and safety operations. These wins underscore Wipro’s ability to deliver scalable, high-impact AI and automation solutions across industries.

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