Cognizant Shares Drop 1.91% Amid Earnings Volatility, Trading Volume Falls to 319th

On August 5, 2025, Cognizant (CTSH) fell 1.91% with a trading volume of $0.38 billion, ranking 319th in the market. The decline followed mixed performance in its second-quarter earnings, where GAAP revenue rose to $5.25 billion, surpassing estimates by 1.2%, while non-GAAP EPS reached $1.31, up 12% year-over-year. Despite strong revenue growth, the stock faced pressure amid broader market volatility.

The company highlighted strategic AI advancements, launching services like AI Training Data and expanding its Agent Foundry platform. Collaborations with enterprise AI firms, such as WRITER, underscored its focus on secure, industry-specific AI solutions. These moves align with growing client demand for automation and cloud migration, driving recent large-deal wins, including two contracts exceeding $1 billion.

Cognizant’s Q2 results included a 15.6% operating margin (GAAP) and $331 million in free cash flow, reflecting efficiency gains. Management raised full-year revenue guidance to $20.7–$21.1 billion, citing momentum in Health Sciences and Financial Services segments. However, a one-time tax charge reduced 2025 earnings by $0.82 per share, tempering expectations.

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