Cognizant is trading 11.2% up now at $55.84 after releasing Q2 2026 results and updated guidance that prioritized operational efficiency and AI-driven growth.
- The company posted solid 12% growth in Financial Services and raised full-year profit targets, even as it lowered revenue expectations amid cautious client spending on discretionary projects.
- Investors are rewarding the strategic pivot toward margin strength and resilient demand, with the stock significantly outperforming a broadly weaker market.