Is IT a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, GARTNER INC (IT) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 39.1/100. It is ranked #2,799 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 71/100, Momentum 14/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for IT?

GARTNER INC (IT) has a "Reduce" rating and 2-star score. The composite score of 39.1 ranks it #2,799 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is IT in?

GARTNER INC operates in the Industrials sector (Business Services industry) with a market cap of $10.91 billion. It is classified as a large-cap stock.

Does IT pay a dividend?

IT does not currently pay a regular dividend. The company may be reinvesting profits for growth.

What is IT's P/E ratio?

IT has a trailing P/E ratio of 11.61x. The Industrials sector average is 28.3x. This below-average P/E may indicate the stock is undervalued.

How profitable is IT?

IT's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 68.9%. ROE: 282.0% vs sector average 8.9%. High margins suggest pricing power and competitive moats.

How is IT valued compared to peers?

IT's value factor score is 71/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 11.6x, EV/EBITDA 9.2x. The stock appears attractively valued versus peers.

What is IT's debt level?

IT's debt-to-equity ratio is 2427%. Sector average: 70%. Elevated leverage increases credit risk.

IT has a beta of 0.84, meaning it tracks the market. Stability score: 49/100.

Does IT have high short interest?

IT's short interest factor score is 14/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

IT Stock Analysis: Reduce (Score 39.1/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
IT	-2.91%	-8.95%	-9.64%	-43.03%	-63.34%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLI	-0.39%	+4.73%	+0.88%	+10.57%	+38.89%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	-2.84%	-12.55%	-9.98%	-42.67%	-92.86%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	-2.52%	-13.68%	-10.53%	-53.60%	-102.23%	-	-	-

Metric	IT	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	11.6x	-59%
EV/EBITDA	9.2x	+61%
Price / Book	32.7x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
STNG Scorpio Tankers Inc.	64	43	96	73	-	93.3%	63.1%	53.8%	-	30.0x	$3.8B	VS
TNK TEEKAY TANKERS LTD.	62	50	97	71	6.4x	91.9%	67.0%	32.8%	-	0.0x	$2.5B	VS
TEN TSAKOS ENERGY NAVIGATION LTD	61	50	86	75	7.6x	42.1%	97.8%	22.6%	-	103.0x	$1.2B	VS
HAFN Hafnia Ltd	60	42	79	77	-	439.1%	48.5%	27.0%	-	0.0x	$3.8B	VS
TPH Tri Pointe Homes, Inc.	57	50	67	66	13.6x	8.8%	47.5%	7.9%	-26.0%	50.0x	$4.0B	VS
GLDD Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CORP	57	50	69	70	16.3x	13.5%	22.2%	8.1%	14.8%	73.0x	$1.1B	VS
SOBO South Bow Corp	57	39	79	66	22.0x	48.4%	82.3%	14.9%	-	219.0x	$6.8B	VS
IMPP Imperial Petroleum Inc./Marshall Islands	54	44	98	58	2.8x	47.7%	100.0%	34.0%	-19.7%	0.0x	$156M	VS
CCO Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc.	52	48	58	69	59.3x	-	53.4%	-0.3%	7.7%	-	$1.2B	VS
IMXI International Money Express, Inc.	52	50	73	52	11.6x	25.5%	0.0%	6.4%	-9.7%	221.0x	$476M	VS
IT GARTNER INC	39	50	71	14	11.6x	282.0%	68.9%	14.6%	-4.5%	2,427.0x	$10.9B

Key Ratio	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016
Gross Margin %	0.7%	0.7%	0.7%	0.7%	0.7%	0.7%	0.7%	0.6%	0.6%	0.6%	0.6%
Operating Margin %	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	-0.0%	0.1%
EBITDA Margin %	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%
Net Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%
FCF Margin %	3.4%	-	-	-	-	-	20.0%	9.8%	8.7%	4.3%	12.9%
ROE %	2.8%	2.3%	0.9%	1.3%	3.5%	2.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.1%	0.0%	3.2%
ROA %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%
ROIC %	54.8%	253.3%	67.2%	143.6%	381.5%	195.0%	16.4%	10.3%	6.9%	-0.1%	85.8%

Key Ratio

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

Gross Margin %

0.7%

0.6%

Operating Margin %

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

-0.0%

0.1%

EBITDA Margin %

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

Net Margin %

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

FCF Margin %

3.4%

20.0%

9.8%

8.7%

4.3%

12.9%

ROE %

2.8%

2.3%

0.9%

1.3%

3.5%

2.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.0%

3.2%

ROA %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

ROIC %

54.8%

253.3%

67.2%

143.6%

381.5%

195.0%

16.4%

10.3%

6.9%

-0.1%

85.8%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$6.2B	$6.5B	$6.3B	$5.9B	$5.5B	$4.7B	$4.1B	$4.2B	$4.0B	$3.3B	$2.4B	$2.2B
	—	$2.1B	$2.0B	$1.9B	$1.7B	$1.4B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$4.3B	$4.5B	$4.3B	$4.0B	$3.8B	$3.3B	$2.8B	$2.7B	$2.5B	$2.0B	$1.5B	$1.3B
Gross Margin	68.9%	68.8%	68.3%	67.8%	69.1%	69.5%	67.2%	63.5%	63.0%	60.1%	61.3%	61.2%
	—	$3.1B	$2.9B	$2.7B	$2.5B	$2.2B	—	—	—	—	—	—
Depreciation	—	$200M	$202M	$191M	$192M	$212M	$238M	$218M	$269M	$255M	$65M	$49M
Total Operating Expenses	—	$3.4B	$3.1B	$2.8B	$2.7B	$2.4B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$937M	$1.0B	$1.2B	$1.2B	$1.1B	$916M	$490M	$370M	$260M	-$6M	$305M	$288M
EBIT	$937M	$1.0B	$1.2B	$1.2B	$1.1B	$916M	$490M	$370M	$260M	-$6M	$305M	$288M
EBITDA	$1.1B	$1.2B	$1.4B	$1.4B	$1.3B	$1.1B	$722M	$594M	$575M	$252M	$379M	$342M
Operating Margin	14.9%	15.8%	18.4%	20.9%	20.1%	19.3%	12.0%	8.7%	6.5%	-0.2%	12.5%	13.3%
EBITDA Margin	18.3%	18.9%	21.7%	24.2%	23.6%	23.8%	17.6%	14.0%	14.5%	7.6%	15.5%	15.8%
	—	—	—	$133M	$126M	$119M	$160M	$103M	$127M	$128M	$28M	$23M
	—	$968M	$1.4B	$1.1B	$1.0B	$970M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$239M	$134M	$265M	$219M	$176M	$59M	$42M	$59M	-$131M	$95M	$97M
	$902M	$729M	$1.3B	$882M	$808M	$794M	$267M	$233M	$122M	$3M	$194M	$176M
Net Margin	14.6%	11.2%	20.0%	14.9%	14.8%	16.8%	6.5%	5.5%	3.1%	0.1%	7.9%	8.1%
	$9.68	$9.68	$16.12	$11.17	$10.08	$9.33	$2.99	$2.60	$1.35	$0.04	$2.34	$2.09
Diluted EPS	$9.68	$9.65	$16.00	$11.08	$9.96	$9.21	$2.99	$2.60	$1.35	$0.04	$2.34	$2.09
Weighted Avg Basic	—	75M	78M	79M	80M	85M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	76M	78M	80M	81M	86M	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$6.2B

$6.5B

$6.3B

$5.9B

$5.5B

$4.7B

$4.1B

$4.2B

$4.0B

$3.3B

$2.4B

$2.2B

—

$2.1B

$2.0B

$1.9B

$1.7B

$1.4B

—

$4.3B

$4.5B

$4.3B

$4.0B

$3.8B

$3.3B

$2.8B

$2.7B

$2.5B

$2.0B

$1.5B

$1.3B

Gross Margin

68.9%

68.8%

68.3%

67.8%

69.1%

69.5%

67.2%

63.5%

63.0%

60.1%

61.3%

61.2%

—

$3.1B

$2.9B

$2.7B

$2.5B

$2.2B

—

Depreciation

—

$200M

$202M

$191M

$192M

$212M

$238M

$218M

$269M

$255M

$65M

$49M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$3.4B

$3.1B

$2.8B

$2.7B

$2.4B

—

$937M

$1.0B

$1.2B

$1.1B

$916M

$490M

$370M

$260M

-$6M

$305M

$288M

EBIT

$937M

$1.0B

$1.2B

$1.1B

$916M

$490M

$370M

$260M

-$6M

$305M

$288M

EBITDA

$1.1B

$1.2B

$1.4B

$1.3B

$1.1B

$722M

$594M

$575M

$252M

$379M

$342M

Operating Margin

14.9%

15.8%

18.4%

20.9%

20.1%

19.3%

12.0%

8.7%

6.5%

-0.2%

12.5%

13.3%

EBITDA Margin

18.3%

18.9%

21.7%

24.2%

23.6%

23.8%

17.6%

14.0%

14.5%

7.6%

15.5%

15.8%

—

$133M

$126M

$119M

$160M

$103M

$127M

$128M

$28M

$23M

—

$968M

$1.4B

$1.1B

$1.0B

$970M

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$239M

$134M

$265M

$219M

$176M

$59M

$42M

$59M

-$131M

$95M

$97M

$902M

$729M

$1.3B

$882M

$808M

$794M

$267M

$233M

$122M

$3M

$194M

$176M

Net Margin

14.6%

11.2%

20.0%

14.9%

14.8%

16.8%

6.5%

5.5%

3.1%

0.1%

7.9%

8.1%

$9.68

$16.12

$11.17

$10.08

$9.33

$2.99

$2.60

$1.35

$0.04

$2.34

$2.09

Diluted EPS

$9.68

$9.65

$16.00

$11.08

$9.96

$9.21

$2.99

$2.60

$1.35

$0.04

$2.34

$2.09

Weighted Avg Basic

—

75M

78M

79M

80M

85M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

76M

78M

80M

81M

86M

—

GARTNER INC (IT) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does GARTNER INC Do?

Gartner, Inc. operates as a research and advisory company in the United States, Canada, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and internationally. It operates through three segments: Research, Conferences, and Consulting. The Research segment delivers its research primarily through a subscription service that include on-demand access to published research content, data and benchmarks, and direct access to a network of research experts. The Conferences segment offers business professionals in an organization the opportunity to learn, share, and network. The Consulting segment offers market research, custom analysis, and on-the-ground support services. This segment also offers actionable solutions for IT-related priorities, including IT cost optimization, digital transformation, and IT sourcing optimization. Gartner, Inc. was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut. GARTNER INC (IT) is classified as a large-cap stock in the Industrials sector, specifically within the Business Services industry. The company is led by CEO Eugene A. Hall and employs approximately 19,500 people, headquartered in STAMFORD, Connecticut. With a market capitalization of $10.9B, IT is one of the prominent companies in the Industrials sector.

GARTNER INC (IT) Stock Rating — Reduce (April 2026)

As of April 2026, GARTNER INC receives a Reduce rating with a composite score of 39.1/100 and 2 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.IT ranks #2,799 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Industrials sector, GARTNER INC ranks #464 of 752 stocks, placing it in the lower half of its Industrials peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

IT Stock Price and 52-Week Range

GARTNER INC (IT) currently trades at $143.72. The stock lost $4.30 (2.9%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for IT is $451.73, which means the stock is currently trading -68.2% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $139.18, putting the stock 3.3% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 1.6M shares, reflecting moderate market activity.

Is IT Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

GARTNER INC (IT) carries a value factor score of 71/100 in the Blank Capital model, suggesting the stock trades at a meaningful discount to its fundamental earning power. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 11.61x, compared to the Industrials sector average of 28.33x — a discount of 59%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 32.74x, versus the sector average of 2.23x. The price-to-sales ratio is 1.68x, compared to 0.50x for the average Industrials stock. On an enterprise value basis, IT trades at 9.18x EV/EBITDA, versus 5.70x for the sector.

Based on these multiples, GARTNER INC appears attractively valued relative to both its sector peers and the broader market. Value-oriented investors may find the current entry point compelling, particularly if the company's fundamental quality metrics also score well.

GARTNER INC Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

GARTNER INC (IT) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is 282.0%, compared to the Industrials sector average of 8.9%, which demonstrates strong shareholder value creation. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 11.2% versus the sector average of 3.3%.

On a margin basis, GARTNER INC reports gross margins of 68.9%, compared to 35.8% for the sector. The operating margin is 14.9% (sector: 6.2%). Net profit margin stands at 14.6%, versus 3.9% for the average Industrials stock. Revenue growth is running at -4.5% on a trailing basis, compared to 6.4% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

IT Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

GARTNER INC has a debt-to-equity ratio of 2427.0%, compared to the Industrials sector average of 70.0%. This elevated leverage warrants close monitoring, as it increases the company's sensitivity to rising interest rates and economic downturns. The current ratio is 1.00x, which may signal near-term liquidity tightness. Total debt on the balance sheet is $2.46B. Cash and equivalents stand at $1.43B.

IT has a beta of 0.84, meaning it is roughly in line with the broader market in terms of price volatility. The stability factor score for GARTNER INC is 49/100, reflecting average volatility within the normal range for its sector.

GARTNER INC Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, GARTNER INC reported revenue of $6.23B and earnings per share (EPS) of $9.68. Net income for the quarter was $902M. Gross margin was 68.9%. Operating income came in at $937M.

In FY 2025, GARTNER INC reported revenue of $6.50B and earnings per share (EPS) of $9.68. Net income for the quarter was $729M. Gross margin was 68.8%. Revenue grew 3.7% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $1.03B.

In Q3 2025, GARTNER INC reported revenue of $1.52B and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.47. Net income for the quarter was $35M. Gross margin was 69.3%. Revenue grew 2.7% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $86M.

In Q2 2025, GARTNER INC reported revenue of $1.69B and earnings per share (EPS) of $3.12. Net income for the quarter was $241M. Gross margin was 68.6%. Revenue grew 5.7% year-over-year compared to Q2 2024. Operating income came in at $327M.

Over the past 8 quarters, GARTNER INC has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $1.60B to $6.23B. Investors analyzing IT stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

IT Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

GARTNER INC (IT) does not currently pay a dividend. This is common among growth-oriented companies in the Business Services industry that prefer to reinvest cash flows into business expansion rather than returning capital to shareholders. Income-focused investors looking for Industrials dividend stocks may want to explore other Industrials stocks or use the stock screener to filter by dividend yield.

IT Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

GARTNER INC (IT) has a momentum factor score of 14/100, signaling weak relative price performance. Stocks with low momentum scores have historically tended to continue underperforming in the near term. The investment factor score is 35/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 14/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

IT vs Competitors — Industrials Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Industrials sector, GARTNER INC (IT) ranks #464 out of 752 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places IT in the lower half of all Industrials stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include South Bow Corp (SOBO) with a score of 56.5/100, TSAKOS ENERGY NAVIGATION LTD (TEN) with a score of 61.4/100, Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CORP (GLDD) with a score of 56.7/100, Tri Pointe Homes, Inc. (TPH) with a score of 57.3/100, and Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (CCO) with a score of 52.2/100.

Comparing IT against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full IT vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how GARTNER INC stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

IT Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for GARTNER INC (IT) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy IT? — Investment Thesis Summary

The quantitative profile for GARTNER INC suggests caution. The value score of 71/100 suggests attractive pricing relative to fundamentals. Momentum is weak at 14/100, a headwind for near-term performance.

In summary, GARTNER INC (IT) earns a Reduce rating with a composite score of 39.1/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on IT stock.

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