Wipro (WIT) Earnings Date & Reports
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WIT is expected to report earnings to fall 13.25% to 3 cents per share on July 16
Wipro Limited (WIT) Q4 FY26 Earnings Recap: Revenue Misses but Buyback Boosts Confidence
Key Takeaways
- Wipro reported IT services revenue of $2.65 billion for Q4 FY26 (quarter ended March 31, 2026), up 0.2% quarter-over-quarter (QoQ) but down 0.2% year-over-year (YoY) in constant currency (CC).
- Diluted earnings per share (EPS) came in at $0.04, aligning with consensus estimates.
- IT services operating margin held steady at 17.3%, down slightly 30 basis points QoQ.
- Strong deal pipeline with total contract bookings of $3.46 billion, including 14 large deals worth $1.44 billion.
- Board approved a ₹150 billion ($1.6 billion) share buyback, representing about 5.7% of shares outstanding.
- Q1 FY27 guidance projects flat to slightly down IT services revenue growth of -2% to 0% QoQ in CC.
Earnings Context and Why It Matters
Wipro Limited, a global leader in information technology services, consulting, and business process services, wrapped up FY26 amid a challenging environment for Indian IT firms. The sector has faced headwinds from cautious client spending, macroeconomic uncertainty, and delayed decision-making in key markets like the Americas. This Q4 report marks the end of a fiscal year where Wipro's IT services revenue declined 1.6% YoY in CC, underperforming some peers. Investors are watching closely for signs of recovery, margin resilience, and strategic moves like AI investments and deal wins, as these signal Wipro's path to growth in a competitive landscape.
Wipro's gross revenue for Q4 FY26 reached ₹242.4 billion ($2.583 billion), reflecting 2.9% QoQ and 7.7% YoY growth. IT services revenue, the core segment, totaled $2.651 billion, up 0.6% QoQ in reported terms (0.2% CC) but down 0.2% YoY CC—missing consensus estimates of around $2.61 billion. Net income rose 12.3% QoQ to ₹35.0 billion ($373.2 million), with diluted EPS at ₹3.34 ($0.041 or $0.04), in line with expectations of $0.04.
Operating margins for IT services were 17.3%, contracting 30 basis points QoQ due to wage hikes and integration costs, but stable YoY. Total contract bookings surged to $3.455 billion (up 3.2% QoQ CC), driven by 14 large deals ($1.44 billion). Full-year FY26 IT services revenue fell 1.6% CC, with operating margins expanding slightly to 17.2%.
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Market Reaction and Investor Sentiment
Post-earnings, WIT shares dropped 4.85% to close at $2.16 on April 16, 2026, from $2.27, reflecting disappointment over the revenue miss and flat Q1 guidance despite in-line EPS and the buyback announcement. In India, shares fell up to 4% intraday. Sentiment is mixed: positives include robust deal wins and shareholder returns via the ₹150 billion buyback, but concerns linger over persistent YoY revenue pressure and client-specific issues in Americas BFSI (banking, financial services, and insurance). Analysts note steady margins as a bright spot amid sector-wide caution.
Forward Outlook and Key Factors to Monitor
Wipro's Q1 FY27 guidance signals a pause in sequential growth, with IT services revenue expected at $2.597–$2.651 billion (-2% to 0% QoQ CC), factoring in salary increases and deal ramp-up delays. Management anticipates recovery as client issues resolve and new deals contribute fully.
Key to watch: execution of the $1.6 billion buyback, approved for Q1 FY27 pending shareholder nod, which could support valuation. Deal conversions remain critical, with FY26 large deal TCV (total contract value) up 45% YoY—monitor ramps in AI, cloud, and engineering services.
Margins face pressure from wage hikes (effective March) and pyramid rationalization, but AI productivity tools and operational efficiencies aim to stabilize at 17%+. Broader catalysts include AI platform launches like Wipro Intelligence and growth in APMEA (Asia Pacific Middle East Africa) and Capco advisory. Industry demand signals, U.S. election impacts, and peer performances will shape sentiment.
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