Alliancebernstein Trims Stake in Gartner

Institutional investor reduces holdings in information technology services provider

Mar. 17, 2026 at 7:09am

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Alliancebernstein L.P. has trimmed its holdings in Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT) by 14.7% in the 3rd quarter, according to a recent SEC filing. The institutional investor now owns 538,847 shares of the information technology services provider's stock, down from 631,421 shares previously.

Why it matters

Gartner is a major player in the information technology services industry, providing research, advisory services, and consulting to businesses. Changes in ownership by large institutional investors like Alliancebernstein can signal shifts in market sentiment and influence the stock price.

The details

According to the SEC filing, Alliancebernstein sold 92,574 shares of Gartner stock in the 3rd quarter. The firm now owns approximately 0.71% of Gartner's outstanding shares, down from 0.83% previously. The move comes as Gartner's stock price has declined in recent months, falling from a 52-week high of $464.87 to around $160 per share.

  • Alliancebernstein trimmed its Gartner holdings in the 3rd quarter of 2026.

The players

Alliancebernstein L.P.

A global investment management firm that provides a range of investment services to institutional and individual clients.

Gartner, Inc.

A leading research and advisory firm that provides insights and tools to help organizations make informed decisions about technology, operations, and strategy.

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The takeaway

The reduction in Alliancebernstein's Gartner holdings suggests the institutional investor may be taking a more cautious view on the information technology services provider's near-term prospects, potentially in response to the stock's recent price decline.