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Cognizant Q2 financial results

The data provides context on the evolving IT services sector and the impact of AI on employment and industrial growth, which is relevant for understanding trends in the tertiary sector.

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Cognizant Q2 net income fell to $636 million from $645 million year-on-year.
Q2 revenue increased by 4.5% to $5.48 billion.
Operating margin expanded by 30 basis points to 15.9%.
Financial Services segment grew 12% year-on-year to $1.73 billion.
40% of software development within the firm is currently AI-assisted.
CEO estimates the $1 trillion systems integration market could evolve into a $5-6 trillion enterprise operations market due to AI integration.
Company revised its 2026 constant currency revenue growth guidance downward to 4%-5.5%.
Total headcount stands at 3,56,700 with a 13% voluntary attrition rate over the last 12 months.

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The integration of Artificial Intelligence in the IT services sector is projected to significantly expand the scope of enterprise operations. Discuss the potential implications of this shift for India's services-led growth model. 150 words

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With reference to the recent financial performance of the IT services sector, what does an expansion in 'operating margin' typically indicate?

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Q2 net income slips to $636 mn at Cognizant

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