Infosys Share Price Surges After Q3 FY26 Results

Infosys shares experienced a rally on Friday, January 16, 2026, following the release of the company's Q3 FY26 earnings report. The stock price jumped over 5% in early trading.

Key Highlights of Q3 FY26 Results

Infosys reported a 2.2% year-on-year decline in consolidated net profit, amounting to ₹6,654 crore for the October-December quarter. In the same quarter of the previous year, the company's profit was ₹6,806 crore.

However, the company's revenue from operations saw an 8.89% increase, reaching ₹45,479 crore compared to ₹41,764 crore in Q3 FY25. On a quarter-on-quarter basis, profit fell 9.6%, while revenue increased 2.2%.

Infosys recorded a large deal Total Contract Value (TCV) of $4.8 billion during the quarter, with 57% being net new deals.

The company's total headcount increased by 5,043 during the quarter, reaching 337,034.

FY26 Guidance

Infosys has raised its revenue growth guidance for FY26 to 3-3.5% in constant currency, from the previous 2-3%. The company maintained its operating margin outlook of 20%-22% for FY26.

One-Time Exceptional Item

Infosys reported a one-time exceptional hit of ₹1,289 crore due to the implementation of new labor codes.

Analyst Ratings

Out of 51 analysts tracking Infosys, 36 maintain a 'buy' rating, 13 a 'hold' rating, and 2 a 'sell' rating.

Conclusion

Infosys' share price has risen following the release of its Q3 FY26 results. While net profit decreased compared to the previous year, revenue increased, and the company raised its FY26 revenue growth guidance. The company's American Depository Receipts (ADRs) also saw gains.