IT (Gartner) EV-to-FCF: 8.46 (As of Jul. 06, 2026) — 71% Below Median


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Price $135.11
GF Value $467.53
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
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What is Gartner EV-to-FCF?

Gartner IT -0.89% 77 EV-to-FCF is 8.46 as of Jul. 06, 2026, which is 71% below its 10-year median of 29.11. GuruFocus rates IT with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of $467.53 (Significantly Undervalued). Among 1,591 Software companies, Gartner ranks better than 72.16% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Gartner's Enterprise Value is $10,638 Mil. Gartner's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,258 Mil. Therefore, Gartner's EV-to-FCF for today is 8.46.

The historical rank and industry rank for Gartner's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

IT' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 8.36   Med: 29.11   Max: 115.19
Current: 8.46

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Gartner was 115.19. The lowest was 8.36. And the median was 29.11.

IT's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
72.16% of 1591 companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 14.6 vs IT: 8.46

EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-07-06), Gartner's stock price is $135.11. Gartner's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $10.120. Therefore, Gartner's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 13.35.


Gartner  (NYSE:IT) EV-to-FCF Explanation

EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

Gartner's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=135.11/10.120
=13.35

Gartner's share price for today is $135.11.
Gartner's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $10.120.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Gartner EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Gartner EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Gartner's EV-to-FCF can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Gartner EV-to-FCF Chart

Gartner Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Gartner Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 22.05 20.92 16.85 16.59 9.81

IT vs JKHY, CACI, CIFR: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Information Technology Services subindustry, Gartner's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Gartner EV-to-FCF vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, Gartner's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Gartner's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Gartner EV-to-FCF Calculation

Gartner's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=10637.531/1257.896
=8.46

Gartner's current Enterprise Value is $10,638 Mil.
Gartner's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $1,258 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of 8.46 mean?
Gartner (IT) has a EV-to-FCF of 8.46 as of Jul. 06, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Gartner and its competitors. This is 71% below median its historical median of 29.11. Over the past decade, Gartner's EV-to-FCF has ranged from 8.36 to 115.19. According to the industry distribution chart, Gartner ranks #443 out of 1591 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 27.8%.
Is Gartner's EV-to-FCF too high?
Gartner's current EV-to-FCF of 8.46 is 71% below median its 10-year median of 29.11. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.36 to a high of 115.19. The Software industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.60. Gartner's value of 8.46 is 42.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Gartner ranks #443 out of 1591 companies in the Software industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Gartner has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Gartner's EV-to-FCF compare to JKHY and CACI?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Gartner ranks #443 out of 1591 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts Gartner in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 14.60. Gartner's value of 8.46 is 42.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Gartner's own EV-to-FCF has ranged from 8.36 to 115.19 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 29.11 vs. the industry median of 14.60, Gartner has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-FCF for a Software company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Software companies is 14.60, based on 1,591 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Gartner's current EV-to-FCF of 8.46 is 42.1% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Gartner and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 14.60 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Gartner's current EV-to-FCF is 8.46, which is 71% below median its own 10-year median of 29.11. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Gartner stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gartner (IT) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $467.53, compared to a current price of $135.11 — trading 71.1% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 8.46, which is 71% below median its 10-year median of 29.11 and 42.1% below the Software industry median of 14.60. Gartner's overall GF Score™ is 77/100. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Gartner (IT), the current EV-to-FCF is 8.46 as of Jul. 06, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Gartner (IT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gartner stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $135.11 is trading 71.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $467.53. GuruFocus considers Gartner to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for IT:

  • EV-to-FCF: 8.46 (71% below median its 10-year median of 29.11)
  • GF Value™: $467.53 vs. price of $135.11 (71.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 77/100
  • Industry Position: 42.1% below the Software median (#443 of 1591)

No single metric tells the full story. See the IT stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


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