Accenture is reportedly considering selling its Greater China business, which covers mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan, in a deal that could value it at up to $1.5 billion, according to the Financial Times. The potential divestment is part of a push to sharpen strategic focus amid uncertainty over how AI will reshape consulting. The company has hired JPMorgan to explore options after receiving unsolicited interest over the past year, with private equity firms and select strategic buyers expected to evaluate a deal, and it may keep a significant minority stake, though the review may not lead to a transaction. Operations in China have grown more complex due to regulatory hurdles and tighter data security rules, while a sale could free capital for AI acquisitions, client pricing and shareholder returns. Accenture reported global revenue of $74.2 billion for the financial year ended in August, and its shares have risen 85% from their June low.
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