Citi Cuts Accenture (ACN) Price Target to $215 as Firm Strengthens AI Strategy with Mistral AI

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On February 25, Citi lowered its price recommendation on Accenture plc (NYSE:ACN) to $215 from $266. The firm maintained a Neutral rating on the shares.

On February 26, Accenture and Mistral AI announced a multi-year strategic collaboration focused on helping organizations in Europe and other regions scale advanced AI. The partnership is designed to support clients as they move toward secure, large-scale AI deployments that align with regional requirements.

The two companies plan to co-develop and deliver enterprise-grade AI solutions that address real business challenges and produce measurable results across industries. Clients will gain access to Mistral AI’s scientific innovation and its range of enterprise AI products. At the same time, they will benefit from Accenture’s experience in designing, governing, and scaling AI across large and complex organizations.

This combined effort is expected to help companies capture value faster while maintaining security. Accenture’s global network of AI specialists will support these deployments. The company also brings deep knowledge of industry processes, regulatory environments, and large-scale transformation efforts.

As part of the agreement, Accenture will also become a customer of Mistral AI. Its professionals will use Mistral AI’s models and products, including Mistral AI Studio. The company will also integrate Mistral AI’s technologies into its own operations to support client solutions.

Accenture plc (NYSE:ACN) operates as a global professional services company. It provides services and solutions across strategy and consulting, technology, operations, Industry X, and Song.

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