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<ul><li>The IT sector is expected to report subdued revenue growth in an otherwise seasonally strong quarter, as persistent global macroeconomic uncertainty and recent US tariff measures continue to dampen discretionary spending</li><li>Clients remain cautious, resulting in slower growth and intensified pricing pressure, although deal activity witnessed some improvement towards the end of the quarter</li><li>The overall deal pipeline remains steady, with deal wins in cost optimization, infrastructure modernization, and AI-led initiatives.</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

The IT sector is expected to report subdued revenue growth in an otherwise seasonally strong quarter, as persistent global macroeconomic uncertainty and recent US tariff measures continue to dampen discretionary spendingClients remain cautious, resulting in slower growth and intensified pricing pressure, although deal activity witnessed some improvement towards the end of the quarterThe overall deal pipeline remains steady, with deal wins in cost optimization, infrastructure modernization, and AI-led initiatives.Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

IT Sector (Q2FY26E Results Preview): Steering through uncertainty

<ul><li>The newly announced H-1B visa rule imposes a steep hike, requiring companies to pay USD100K per new application, a significant jump from the previous ~4-5K range</li><li>The new fee applies only to new applications (~22% of total applications) and existing H-1B renewals remain unaffected, providing some relief for the IT sector</li><li>However, increased visa costs are expected to gradually disrupt onsite effort mix, pushing companies to shift delivery to near-shore locations like Canada and Mexico and increase offshoring</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

The newly announced H-1B visa rule imposes a steep hike, requiring companies to pay USD100K per new application, a significant jump from the previous ~4-5K rangeThe new fee applies only to new applications (~22% of total applications) and existing H-1B renewals remain unaffected, providing some relief for the IT sectorHowever, increased visa costs are expected to gradually disrupt onsite effort mix, pushing companies to shift delivery to near-shore locations like Canada and Mexico and increase offshoringContent is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

IT Sector: H1B visa fee shock, shifts in delivery model

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<li>A U.S. executive order, "Project Firewall" has imposed a substantial one-time fee of USD100,000 on new H-1B visa applications, directly impacting the primary talent pipeline for Indian IT services firms.</li>
<li>This policy change represents a catalyst that will accelerate Indian IT companies towards higher offshore delivery and greater local hiring in the United States, thereby reshaping their global operating models.</li>
<li>The initial panic has eased, the fee is now seen as manageable, with its real impact unfolding through profitability pressures and evolving talent strategies amid tighter regulations.</li>
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A U.S. executive order, "Project Firewall" has imposed a substantial one-time fee of USD100,000 on new H-1B visa applications, directly impacting the primary talent pipeline for Indian IT services firms.
This policy change represents a catalyst that will accelerate Indian IT companies towards higher offshore delivery and greater local hiring in the United States, thereby reshaping their global operating models.
The initial panic has eased, the fee is now seen as manageable, with its real impact unfolding through profitability pressures and evolving talent strategies amid tighter regulations.


Thematic Report on H-1B Visa Impact: Can Brain Drain in US Become Brain Gain for India?

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<li>Indian IT outperformed over 10 years, but recent underperformance and weak R&amp;D spending raise questions on innovation versus high dividend and buyback payouts.</li>
<li>AI disruption threatens coding demand and outsourcing models, risking productivity shocks, workforce layoffs, and urban consumption downturns if companies don’t adapt with innovation.</li>
<li>Boards must prioritize bold investments and acquisitions over capital returns, positioning Indian IT as innovation leaders rather than risk-averse cash generators.</li>
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Indian IT outperformed over 10 years, but recent underperformance and weak R&amp;D spending raise questions on innovation versus high dividend and buyback payouts.
AI disruption threatens coding demand and outsourcing models, risking productivity shocks, workforce layoffs, and urban consumption downturns if companies don’t adapt with innovation.
Boards must prioritize bold investments and acquisitions over capital returns, positioning Indian IT as innovation leaders rather than risk-averse cash generators.


Indian IT | Urge to the Boards – Stop the Buybacks

<ul><li>The IT sector is expected to post mixed revenue growth in Q1, with tier-1 reporting muted CC revenue growth while mid-tier is expected to deliver strong growth</li><li>There is a huge cross-currency tailwind in the quarter which will result in strong USD growth QoQ</li><li>The companies will maintain their full-year FY26E guidance amid the ongoing global economic uncertainty</li></ul>Content is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

The IT sector is expected to post mixed revenue growth in Q1, with tier-1 reporting muted CC revenue growth while mid-tier is expected to deliver strong growthThere is a huge cross-currency tailwind in the quarter which will result in strong USD growth QoQThe companies will maintain their full-year FY26E guidance amid the ongoing global economic uncertaintyContent is external broker report sourced from online content aggregator through publicly available sources and is displayed below for general informational purposes only. Refer full disclaimer below.

IT Sector (Q1FY26E Results Preview): Resilience Amidst Challenges

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Mphasis Limited is a global IT and BPO service provider to G2000 companies around the globe, assists its clients in innovating and streamlining their business processes by offering custom solutions for technology and operations outsourcing. The Company focuses on financial services, logistics and technology verticals.

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IT Sector (Q2FY26E Results Preview): Steering through uncertainty

The overall deal pipeline remains steady, with deal wins in cost optimization, infrastructure modernization, and AI-led initiatives.

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IT Sector: H1B visa fee shock, shifts in delivery model

The newly announced H-1B visa rule imposes a steep hike, requiring companies to pay USD100K per new application, a significant jump from the...

HDFC Securities

Thematic Report on H-1B Visa Impact: Can Brain Drain in US Become Brain Gain for India?

US executive order imposes $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas, pushing Indian IT firms towards offshore delivery and local hiring in the US, reshaping...

Nimish Maheshwari

Indian IT | Urge to the Boards – Stop the Buybacks

Indian IT industry faces challenges with underperformance and lack of innovation, must prioritize bold investments to adapt to AI disruption and...

Pranav Bhavsar

IT Sector (Q1FY26E Results Preview): Resilience Amidst Challenges

The IT sector is expected to post mixed revenue growth in Q1, with tier-1 reporting muted CC revenue growth while mid-tier is expected to deliver...

HDFC Securities

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IT Sector (Q2FY26E Results Preview): Steering through uncertainty

The overall deal pipeline remains steady, with deal wins in cost optimization, infrastructure modernization, and AI-led initiatives.

HDFC Securities

IT Sector: H1B visa fee shock, shifts in delivery model

The newly announced H-1B visa rule imposes a steep hike, requiring companies to pay USD100K per new application, a significant jump from the...

HDFC Securities

Thematic Report on H-1B Visa Impact: Can Brain Drain in US Become Brain Gain for India?

​US executive order imposes $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas, pushing Indian IT firms towards offshore delivery and local hiring in the US, reshaping...

Nimish Maheshwari

Indian IT | Urge to the Boards – Stop the Buybacks

​Indian IT industry faces challenges with underperformance and lack of innovation, must prioritize bold investments to adapt to AI disruption and...

Pranav Bhavsar

IT Sector (Q1FY26E Results Preview): Resilience Amidst Challenges

The IT sector is expected to post mixed revenue growth in Q1, with tier-1 reporting muted CC revenue growth while mid-tier is expected to deliver...

HDFC Securities

US executive order imposes $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas, pushing Indian IT firms towards offshore delivery and local hiring in the US, reshaping...

Indian IT industry faces challenges with underperformance and lack of innovation, must prioritize bold investments to adapt to AI disruption and...