Accenture Shares Climb 0.86% as Acquisition Drives $940M Volume to 80th Daily Rank

On August 18, 2025, Accenture (ACN) closed up 0.86% at $249.13, with a trading volume of 0.94 billion dollars, ranking 80th in daily trading activity. The stock’s performance coincided with the announcement of its acquisition of The Highlands Consulting Group, a Sacramento-based firm specializing in healthcare, transportation, and public sector consulting. This strategic move strengthens Accenture’s presence in California, where Highlands has deep ties to state agencies and a track record of delivering high-impact solutions.

Highlands Consulting, founded in 2002, brings decades of expertise in digital transformation, organizational change, and IT strategy. Accenture highlighted the acquisition as a step toward expanding its service offerings in critical sectors, particularly in health and public services. Ryan Oakes, global Health & Public Services chair at Accenture, emphasized that the deal would enhance client outcomes by combining Accenture’s global scale with Highlands’ local expertise and relationships. Mike Cappelluti, Highlands’ president, noted the partnership would enable the firm to scale services while maintaining strong client connections.

The acquisition aligns with Accenture’s broader strategy to deepen its public sector capabilities and address evolving client needs in areas like healthcare and transportation. While financial terms were not disclosed, the transaction underscores the company’s focus on leveraging specialized consulting firms to drive growth. The move also reflects Accenture’s commitment to expanding its talent pool and service portfolio, particularly in regions with high strategic value such as California.

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