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IT Q2 preview: Muted growth, steady margins likely; deal conversion, AI deflation under lens

1 source · first seen 15:04 4 Oct · updated 15:04 4 Oct

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  • TCS’s Q2 earnings season begins on October 8
  • Muted growth and steady margins are expected; deal conversion and AI deflation are in focus
  • TCS results may set expectations for Indian IT services companies’ growth and margins

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Indian IT firms’ muted Q2 FY27 outlook

Brokerages expect limited Q2 FY27 growth for Indian IT firms amid cautious spending, pricing pressure and geopolitical headwinds, with large caps potentially posting their weakest growth in three years. Infosys is expected to cut FY27 guidance, while mid-cap firms may outperform; margins remain a key focus.

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