Gartner Faces Price Target Cuts Amid Weak Sales Growth and Cautious 2026 Outlook

Gartner, Inc. is grappling with significant sales headwinds following weaker-than-expected contract value growth in the fourth quarter. In response to these results, major financial institutions including Truist Securities and BMO Capital have lowered their price targets for the stock. The company’s management also issued cautious guidance for 2026, which has intensified investor concerns regarding its long-term recovery trajectory. Despite these operational challenges, Gartner continues to support its earnings per share (EPS) through an aggressive share repurchase program. However, analysts remain wary as the difficult selling environment persists, potentially overshadowing the benefits of the buyback strategy. The stock remains under pressure as the market weighs weak organic growth against capital return initiatives.