Gartner Reports Strong First Quarter 2026 Results Amidst Strategic Growth Initiatives

The first quarter results showcased a mixed performance, with total revenues reaching $1,511 million, a slight decrease of 1.5% compared to $1,534 million in the same period last year. However, adjusted revenues saw an uptick, rising to $1,492 million from $1,468 million, marking a 1.6% increase.

Gartner reported a net income of $222 million, up 5.4% from $211 million in Q1 2025. The diluted earnings per share (EPS) also reflected this positive trend, increasing by 17.3% to $3.18 compared to $2.71 in the prior year. Additionally, the company's operating cash flow improved significantly, registering at $391 million, a notable 24.7% increase year-over-year.

In terms of adjusted metrics, Gartner reported an adjusted EBITDA excluding divested operations of $395 million, a 5.7% increase from $374 million. The adjusted EPS rose to $3.32, an 11.4% increase compared to $2.98 in the same quarter of 2025. The free cash flow was also impressive, amounting to $371 million, up 28.7% from $288 million in Q1 2025.

Gartner's Contract Value exhibited positive growth, with the Global Technology Sales Contract Value (GTS CV) reaching $4.0 billion, reflecting a year-over-year increase of 0.4% on a foreign exchange neutral basis. The Global Business Sales Contract Value (GBS CV) also performed well, increasing by 3.2% year-over-year to $1.3 billion.

Performance varied across Gartner’s business segments. The Insights segment generated revenues of $1,294 million, reflecting a 3.1% year-over-year increase. The Conferences segment also noted a robust performance with revenues increasing by 7.9% to $78 million. However, the Consulting segment faced challenges, reporting a revenue decrease of 14.7% to $119 million.

Despite the mixed results across segments, the gross contribution margin for the Insights segment remained strong at 78.2%, while the Conferences segment achieved a contribution margin of 38.8%.

Gartner's Chairman and CEO, Gene Hall, expressed optimism about the company’s trajectory, stating, “Contract Value accelerated in the quarter. Insights revenue, Adjusted EBITDA excluding divested operations, Adjusted EPS, and free cash flow were ahead of expectations.” Hall highlighted the company's commitment to shareholder value, noting that Gartner repurchased $535 million of its stock during the quarter.

In light of these results, Gartner has also raised its full-year guidance for Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EPS, and free cash flow, indicating a positive outlook for the remainder of 2026.

To discuss these results in detail, Gartner will host a webcast call at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time on May 5, 2026. Participants can access the live webcast or register for the dial-in option through the company’s Investor Relations website.

Gartner's first quarter results for 2026 reflect a company that is navigating through a dynamic market landscape with a strategic focus on growth and shareholder value creation. While challenges remain in certain segments, the overall financial metrics suggest a resilient and forward-looking organization poised for continued success in the advisory and research sector.