Cognizant is set to roll out 100% of its bonus for 2025, claiming its entrance into the “Winner’s Circle” as the reason.
The “Winner’s Circle” is an internal benchmark within Cognizant that the company claims it reached two years ahead of its stated target of 2027. The benchmark is based on the company’s revenue growth, margins, and execution metrics, indicating its entrance into the top tier of performance among its global peers.
“Our 2025 results are the direct outcome of your hustle, disciplined execution, and commitment to our clients and to Cognizant. To recognize this effort, I am pleased to share that we have authorized funding our discretionary bonus program at 100%,” Chief Executive Officer Ravi Kumar S said in an internal mail to employees, as per Moneycontrol.
Most of Cognizant’s 35,000 employees are based in India and are set to benefit from the assured bonus payout.
“Reaching the Winner’s Circle ahead of plan reflects the consistency in our execution and the progress we have made on growth and margins,” Kumar said on the post-earnings analyst call. By beating its fourth-quarter revenue guidance, Cognizant has showcased that its AI push is indeed helping the company grow, even with measured client spending and as sequential visibility remains cautious.
