Citing huge potential; thrust on non-linear growth
Industry-leading growth in FY13 too, but valuations appear stretched
- TCS remains convinced of the huge potential for growth, given the large and steadilyexpanding addressable market, and the relatively low current level of penetration.
- It is pursuing three strategic initiatives to drive non-linear growth - Software Products (TCS Financial Solutions), Platform-based BPO, and iON.
- TCS has maintained EBITDA margin within a narrow band over FY05-12; its payout ratio has steadily increased from 27.6% in FY05 to 37.2% in FY12.
- The company is set to lead revenue growth in FY13 too, but valuations factor in the high growth expectations. Maintain Neutral.