Gartner, Inc. (IT) Stock Analysis
Score A+Compounder · Grade A · Bearish
$155.54
$269.64
+73.4%
10/10
A
Compounder
Investment Thesis
High quantitative score: Solid company with strong risk/reward at 9.2:1.
For New Investors
Quantitative score: high
For Current Holders
Quantitative score: neutral
Buy if
- Price drops 15-20% (improves asymmetry)
- Bull scenario catalysts materialize
- Market-wide correction creates opportunity
Sell if
- Bear scenario triggers occur
- Quality metrics deteriorate (ROIC declining)
- Better alternatives emerge
Valuation
Fair Value estimate: $269.64 (+73.4%). Significantly undervalued.
PEG-Based EPS
$279.97
FCF DCF Model
$279.97
EV/EBITDA
$279.97
Blended Fair Value
$269.64
Confidence
High
Methods
PEG-Based EPS, FCF 2-Stage DCF, EV/EBITDA
Quality Analysis
100/120 points
Investable
ROE (3Y Avg)
149.9%
ROIC-WACC Spread
17.1%
D/E Ratio
11.3x
Current Ratio
1.0x
Interest Coverage
9x
FCF Positive Years
3/3
Quality Flags
- Leverage: D/E 11.3x (0/15 pts)
Market Sentiment
Wall Street Consensus
$170.00
+9.3% Upside
13 analysts
Range: $140.00 — $240.00
Rating: Hold
Our model is significantly more bullish than Wall Street.
Trend & Technical
Price ($155.04) is 26.1% below SMA 200 ($209.91). Bearish trend. Caution on entry.
Tech Score 51/100 — Neutral technical picture. Mixed signals across indicators.
Risk & Reward
Asymmetry Ratio
9.21:1
Expected Return
+58.3%
Bull Upside
+92.0%
Bear Downside
-10.0%
Excellent asymmetry: 9.21:1 ratio. Upside significantly outweighs downside.
Verdict: Very Favorable
Scenario Analysis
Bear
Base
Bull
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Technical Analysis
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fair value of IT?
Based on our multi-method conviction analysis, the estimated fair value of Gartner, Inc. (IT) is $269.64. This is calculated by blending PEG-Based EPS, FCF 2-Stage DCF, EV/EBITDA and applying a quality premium of 0% based on the company's fundamentals. The confidence level of this estimate is high.
Is IT a buy, sell, or hold?
IT currently has a STRONG_BUY rating with a conviction score of 10/10. High quantitative score: Solid company with strong risk/reward at 9.2:1. Quantitative score: high.
Is IT a high-quality stock?
Gartner, Inc. has a quality grade of A (100/120 points), rated as Investable. Key metrics include ROE of 149.9%, ROIC-WACC spread of 17.1%, and D/E ratio of 11.3x.
What type of stock is IT?
IT is classified as a "compounder" in our framework. Low dividend (reinvesting): 0.0%, High FCF Yield: 11.3%, Mature growth: 9.7%, High debt: D/E 11.3x, Cyclical sector: Industrials
What do Wall Street analysts say about IT?
13 Wall Street analysts have a consensus price target of $170.00 for IT, representing +9.3% upside. Targets range from $140.00 to $240.00. The consensus recommendation is "Hold". Our model is significantly more bullish than Wall Street.
What are the risks of investing in IT?
The risk/reward asymmetry ratio for IT is 9.21:1, rated as Very Favorable. Excellent asymmetry: 9.21:1 ratio. Upside significantly outweighs downside. The expected return is +58.3%, with bull case upside of +92.0% and bear case downside of -10.0%.
What is the current trend for IT?
IT is in a bearish trend. Price ($155.04) is 26.1% below SMA 200 ($209.91). Bearish trend. Caution on entry. The technical score is 51/100.
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Last updated: May 19, 2026 · Framework version 3.7
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