Gartner shares rise as Q4 earnings trump expectations

Investing.com -- Gartner shares rose on Tuesday after the company posted fourth-quarter results that topped market expectations.

The research and advisory firm reported Q4 earnings per share of $3.94, ahead of the analyst consensus of $3.51. Revenue came in at $1.8 billion, up 2% on a reported basis and flat on a constant-currency basis, compared with expectations of $1.75 billion.

“Fourth quarter financial results were ahead of expectations. We repurchased $2 billion of Gartner stock in 2025," said Gene Hall, Gartner’s Chairman and CEO.

"Over the past few months, we increased our leverage through the successful completion of our first investment-grade bond issuance, we entered into a definitive agreement to divest the Digital Markets business, and the Board appointed two new directors who bring unique and valuable skills. Looking ahead, we expect CV to accelerate throughout 2026.”

Cash generation softened during the quarter. Operating cash flow totaled $295 million, down 12% year over year, while free cash flow declined 13% to $271 million.

Alongside results, Gartner said its board increased its share repurchase authorization by $500 million in January 2026.

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