A key part of its strategy is partnering with hyperscalers and technology companies to engineer scalable agentic platforms using its unique Generative AI-enabled platform, SASVA. Persistent targets high-growth sub-verticals like BFSI and Healthcare with tailored AI solutions to deliver client value.
Cyborg Score Rationale
Persistent demonstrates strong fundamentals with consistent double-digit revenue growth (17.3% YoY), strategic AI positioning through proprietary GenAI platforms, and solid market presence across BFSI and Healthcare verticals. The company benefits from India's IT services momentum while differentiating through product engineering and AI capabilities.
Top Insights
Q3 FY26 revenue of $422.5M (+17.3% YoY), EBIT margin 14.4%, interim dividend ₹22/share, TCV $674.5M, new bookings $369.1M
Brand value up 22% to $989M; ranked fastest-growing IT services brand and 12th strongest in Brand Finance IT Services 25
FY25 revenue $1.409B (+18.8% YoY) with 24,500+ employees
Nearly debt-free balance sheet with 32.8% profit CAGR over 5 years and 39% dividend payout ratio
Named Competitors
Infosys — Large-cap IT services and consulting
Wipro — Diversified IT services and BPO
Tata Consultancy Services — Largest Indian IT services company
Coforge — Mid-tier IT services focused on digital transformation
Recent Developments
(February 2026) Brand value increased 22% to $989M; ranked fastest-growing IT services brand
(February 2026) Appointment of Vikram Tulsyan as Senior VP and Senior Management Personnel