Should you buy Gartner stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for Gartner is currently Strong Buy. Gartner trades at $231.21 as of Oct 27, 2026. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 11.393 with rising momentum (signal: 7.659); RSI is at 72.7 (overbought), suggesting the price may have risen too quickly; the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $193.77 is 16.2% below the current price. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for Gartner stock?
The average analyst price target for Gartner is $193.77. The current price is $231.21, which gives a downside of 16.2%. Based on this, the stock is considered overvalued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $174.39 and $213.15.
Is Gartner a dividend stock?
No, Gartner does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders. The company reinvests its profits in growth instead of paying dividends.
What is the risk of Gartner stock?
Gartner is rated as a stock in the risk category Speculative. the annual standard deviation is 57.0%, which classifies the stock as Speculative. In addition, an RSI of 72.7 signals overbought (elevated risk of a pullback).
Is Gartner overvalued?
Yes, Gartner is considered overvalued based on the analyst price target (16.2% above the price target). Gartner has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 20.8 (moderately to highly valued), a P/S ratio of 2.2, a P/B ratio of 160.1. The analyst price target suggests that the stock is overvalued by 16.2%.
Is Gartner overbought?
Yes, Gartner is overbought with an RSI of 72.7 (above 70). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 72.7 (above the 70 mark), which signals the price is overbought and may have risen too quickly. In addition, the price is 14.5% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish).
When is the next Gartner earnings report?
Gartner reports its next earnings on November 3, 2026. The stock currently trades at $231.21. With a P/E ratio of 20.8, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations. The RSI is at 72.7, so the report can reinforce the current technical trend.
Is Gartner shorted?
Yes, Gartner is shorted with 15.6% of the free float sold short. This is a very high level of short selling, which points to considerable bearish sentiment. A positive earnings report or unexpectedly good news can trigger a short squeeze with sharp price gains. The figure comes from our data provider EODHD, is reported about twice a month, and we check it every trading day.
Are insiders buying Gartner stock?
No, insiders are not buying Gartner shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 0 purchases and 5 sales. On a net basis, 1,371,006 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 3 purchases and 17 sales, with a net 6,757,106 $ sold. Active sellers include Kranich Robin B, Jain Akhil, Genovese Yvonne and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is Gartner a good stock?
Based on our total score, Gartner is rated as a good stock with a total score of 70 out of 100. The stock scores above average on value, quality and momentum. The score is made up of Value: 44/100, Quality: 75/100, Momentum: 91/100. In addition: the price target is 16.2% below the current price. Whether now is the time to buy is a separate question: the technical signal is Strong Buy. Whether Gartner is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for Gartner stock?
The outlook for Gartner based on current data: the average analyst price target is $193.77 (-16.2%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on Nov 3, 2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 20.8 (moderate). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is Gartner stock rising?
Gartner is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 14.5% above the 20-day average; MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish signal); short interest is 15.6% (high – many are betting on a decline); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis and insider section above.
How high can Gartner go?
The average analyst price target for Gartner is $193.77, which is 16.2% below the current price of $231.21. The stock has traded between $124.25 and $256.90 over the last 52 weeks. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can Gartner fall?
The stock has traded as low as $124.25 over the last 52 weeks — that is 46.3% below the current price of $231.21. The biggest decline (drawdown) in the same period was 51.6% from high to low. Within a year, the price typically swings about ±57.0% (standard deviation — a measure of price swings). A difficult year could therefore mean a further decline of that size. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does Gartner do?
Gartner, Inc. provides business and technology insights to support decision-making and performance on an organization's mission-critical priorities in the United States, Canada, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and internationally. It operates through three segments: Insights,... The company belongs to the Technology sector, more specifically the Information Technology Services industry, is headquartered in United States, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate Gartner as an investment.
Did Gartner raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from Gartner. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history above.
Is Gartner making money or losing money?
Yes, Gartner is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 12.0% — which is solid. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 22.6%. At a P/E ratio of 20.8, you currently pay 20.8 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can Gartner go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of Gartner is rated as low. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is 3.89 — that places the company in the healthy zone. The company has a healthy balance sheet with limited debt relative to earnings and assets. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 7 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 528% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does Gartner have a lot of debt?
Yes, Gartner has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 528%. For the technology sector, anything above 120% counts as elevated — that raises the financial risk, especially if interest rates rise or earnings fall. Tech companies are usually asset-light and need little borrowed capital — anything below 60% counts as low in this sector. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can Gartner service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 16.9x, and net debt equals 1.1 years of earnings (EBITDA).
