Is IT stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold?

Based on our analysis, IT is currently a HOLD with moderate confidence. 📊 HOLD: IT shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

What is the fair value of IT stock?

Our analysis estimates the fair value range for IT to be between $146.18 and $155.56. The current price is $145.23.

What is the analyst price target for IT?

The average Wall Street analyst price target for IT is $167.00. This implies a potential upside of 18.7% from current levels.

IT Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

IT - Gartner, Inc.

SERVICES-MANAGEMENT SERVICES

$145.23

4.58 (3.26%) ▲

5d: -8.46%

30d: -6.62%

90d: -8.42%

HOLD

MODERATE Confidence

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Analysis Updated: May 14, 2026 12:00 AM ET

Earnings: Aug 04, 2026

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Strength: 5.5/10

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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: IT shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.

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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

Adjust Growth Assumption: 12.0%

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)

EST. PRICE IN 2031

$301.45

Based on 8.0% avg growth

INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY

$187.17

22.4% Margin of Safety

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 13.4x Exit PE.

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In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: IT is currently trading at $145.23, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $146.18 to $155.56. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 9.2) compared to its historical average (13.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 11.9% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 17.3% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.

Technical Outlook: Technically, IT is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $140.56, while resistance sits at $160.83. The stock is showing strong short-term momentum, up 3.3% recently.

Market Sentiment: IT has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $167.00 (+18.7%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position OVERSOLD

Historical Trading Range $146.18 - $155.56

Company Quality Score 59/100 (HOLD)

Volume Confirmation HIGH

Confidence Score 59.5%

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All Signals

BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
BULLISH: High volume confirmation
BULLISH: Strong upward momentum (+3.3%)
BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($167.00)
CAUTION: 5-day price weakness (-8.5%) - monitor closely

Trading Range Analysis

30-Day Trading Range $146.18 - $155.56

Current vs Trading Range OVERSOLD

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $140.56

Resistance Level $160.83

Current Trend Strong Downtrend

Technical data as of May 15, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 9.17

Wall Street Target $167.00 (+18.7%)

Revenue Growth (YoY) -1.5%

Earnings Growth (YoY) 17.3%

Profit Margin 11.4%

Valuation Discount vs History -11.9% cheaper

PE vs Historical 9.2 vs 13.4 CHEAP

Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists

Implied Growth (YoY): -11.9% (market-implied from PE analysis)

1-Year Target $126.59 (-10%)

2-Year Target $113.93 (-19%)

3-Year Target $102.53 (-27%)

3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 9→13) $149.82 (+7%)

3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth

Bull: (PE: 22.0, Growth: 12.0%) $475.01 (+238%)

Base: (SPY PE: 9.2, Growth: 12.0%) $197.65 (+41%)

Bear: (PE: 7.8, Growth: 12.0%) $168.00 (+19%)

📈 Valuation based on Current Earnings

RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (14x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (9x PE) as earnings recover.

Trailing PE: 14.26 | Current EPS (TTM): $10.13

Bull Case $240.58 (+71%)

Analyst growth 51.4%, PE expands to 15.7

Base Case $218.71 (+56%)

Market implied 51.4%, PE stable at 14.3

Bear Case $98.23 (-30%)

Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 12.1

These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.

💡 Upside Surprise Potential

If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 9.2 to 13.4

Stabilization Target: $205.51 (+46.1%)

PE Expansion Potential: +46.1%

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