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Dec 31, 2020

Gartner Q4 2020 Earnings Report

Gartner's Q4 2020 financial results were released, showing a mix of challenges and successes. Revenue decreased, but net income and EPS increased significantly, and free cash flow more than doubled.

Key Takeaways

Gartner reported Q4 2020 results with revenues of $1.1 billion, an 8% decrease year-over-year. However, net income increased by 77% to $120 million, and diluted EPS rose by 77% to $1.33. Free cash flow saw a significant increase, more than doubling. The company also repurchased 0.6 million common shares for $100 million and increased the share repurchase authorization by $300 million.

Revenue decreased by 8% as reported, and 9% on an FX neutral basis.

Net income increased by 77% to $120 million.

Diluted EPS increased by 77% to $1.33.

Free cash flow more than doubled.

Total Revenue
$1.11B
Previous year: $1.2B
-7.5%
EPS
$1.59
Previous year: $1.18
+34.7%
GTS Contract Value
$2.9B
GBS Contract Value
$700M
Gross Profit
$761M
Previous year: $753M
+1.2%
Cash and Equivalents
$713M
Previous year: $281M
+153.7%
Total Assets
$7.32B
Previous year: $7.15B
+2.3%

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Forward Guidance

Gartner is well-positioned for 2021 and to drive both double digit top-line growth and margin expansion in the years beyond.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income