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theglobeandmail.comAUG 192 min read$IT

Analysts Have Conflicting Sentiments on These Technology Companies: Gartner (IT) and Zscaler (ZS)

Analysts from BMO Capital and Bank of America Securities provided updates on Gartner (IT) and Zscaler (ZS). Gartner received a Hold rating and a $206.00 price target from BMO, while Zscaler was rated Buy with a $210.00 target by Bank of America. Gartner's consensus is Hold with a $184.82 target, and Zscaler's is Strong Buy with a $196.67 target.

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Published Aug 19, 2026, 11:32 AM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$ITNeutralLow
01

Why it matters

Both updates provide modest guidance but lack fresh catalysts.

02

Market read

Analyst opinions may influence short-term trading but are not major market drivers.

03

What to watch

No new earnings or product news to drive significant moves.

Relevance 5/10Novelty 5/10Timing: today

Background

Analyst rating updates for two technology companies were published today.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$ITNeutralMedium confidence
Context

BMO Capital analyst maintains Hold rating on Gartner with a $206 price target.

Expected impact

Modest upside potential if price moves toward target.

Evidence & confidence

Hold rating with modest target suggests limited immediate trade action.

$ZSBullishMedium confidence
Context

Bank of America analyst reiterates Buy rating on Zscaler with a $210 price target.

Expected impact

Potential upside if market reacts to upgrade.

Evidence & confidence

Upgrade reinforces bullish view but no new catalyst beyond rating.

Market effects

Sector

Analyst sentiment may slightly shift tech sector bias.

Regional

U.S. market focus; limited regional effect.

Global

Minimal global impact.

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

Ratings may already be priced in; limited upside.

Key entities

  • Company
    Gartner

    Technology research and advisory firm.

  • Company
    Zscaler

    Cloud security provider.

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