First Trust Advisors Boosts Stake in Gartner

The investment firm increased its position in the IT services provider by 16.1% in the third quarter.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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First Trust Advisors LP raised its stake in Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT) by 16.1% in the 3rd quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor now owns 482,243 shares of the information technology services provider's stock, worth approximately $126.77 million.

Why it matters

This increase in First Trust Advisors' position in Gartner suggests the firm sees continued growth potential in the IT services provider, despite recent market volatility. Gartner is a leading research and advisory firm that provides insights and analysis to technology buyers and vendors.

The details

First Trust Advisors acquired an additional 66,815 shares of Gartner during the third quarter, bringing its total position to 482,243 shares. This represents approximately 0.64% of Gartner's outstanding stock. The investment firm cited Gartner's strong market position and growth prospects as reasons for increasing its stake in the company.

  • First Trust Advisors raised its stake in Gartner during the 3rd quarter of 2026.

The players

First Trust Advisors LP

An investment management firm that provides a variety of financial products and services, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds, and investment advisory services.

Gartner, Inc.

A global research and advisory firm that provides insights, advice and tools for leaders in IT, finance, HR, customer service and other business functions.

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The takeaway

This increase in First Trust Advisors' stake in Gartner suggests the firm sees continued growth potential in the IT services provider, despite recent market volatility. Gartner's strong market position and growth prospects make it an attractive investment for institutional investors like First Trust Advisors.