IT services growth likely to stay soft in near term as clients delay discretionary spends: Equirus
India's major IT firms anticipate a subdued first quarter, with growth expected to pick up only when clients shift from cost-cutting to AI-driven transformations. Enterprises remain cautious with spending due to global uncertainties, funding AI through existing savings. While currency tailwinds and better margins are positive, revenue growth is likely to be capped in the near term. Analysts expect some guidance adjustments for the fiscal year.



