CGI Inc.

TSX:GIB.A Stock Report

Market Cap: CA$18.9b

CGI Management

Management criteria checks 3/4

CGI's CEO is Francois Boulanger, appointed in Oct 2024, has a tenure of 1.58 years. total yearly compensation is CA$8.49M, comprised of 15.9% salary and 84.1% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.026% of the company’s shares, worth CA$4.97M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 3.9 years and 7.5 years respectively.

Key information

Francois Boulanger

Chief executive officer

CA$8.5m

Total compensation

CEO salary percentage15.91%
CEO tenure1.6yrs
CEO ownership0.03%
Management average tenure3.9yrs
Board average tenure7.5yrs

Recent management updates

Recent updates

AI Adoption And Long Term Managed Services Will Drive Powerful Upside Potential

Catalysts About CGI CGI provides IT services, consulting, managed services and IP-led solutions to public and private sector clients globally. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?

GIB.A: Future Upside Will Rely On AI Led Public Sector Wins

Analyst price targets for CGI have been trimmed by about CA$1.50, as mixed recent Street research, including small target cuts from Canaccord and CIBC alongside a raise from TD Securities and fresh coverage from Scotiabank, contributes to slightly higher discount rate assumptions and a modestly lower future P/E in updated models. Analyst Commentary The latest batch of research on CGI points to a mixed but generally engaged analyst base, with some trimming targets and others lifting or initiating them, all while fine tuning valuation frameworks rather than making wholesale changes to the thesis.

GIB.A: Future Upside Will Rely On AI Led Public Sector Contracts

Analyst price targets on CGI have been adjusted in a mixed way, with some firms trimming their views by CA$5 to CA$7 and others lifting targets by CA$8, as analysts factor in modest tweaks to the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on CGI reflect a split view, with some analysts trimming price targets and others lifting them as they recalibrate models for discount rates, revenue outlook, margins, and P/E assumptions.

GIB.A: Future Upside Will Rely On Buybacks And Arctic AI Contracts

Analyst price targets for CGI have been adjusted in a mixed fashion, with some firms trimming estimates by CA$5 to CA$7 and others lifting them by CA$8. Analysts are reassessing the stock using slightly lower discount rate and P/E assumptions while keeping long term growth and margin expectations broadly unchanged.

GIB.A: Future Upside Will Depend On Buybacks And Consistent Execution

Analysts have made modest adjustments to their CGI price targets, with cuts of CA$7 and CA$5 from some firms offset by a CA$8 increase from another. These changes reflect updated views on sector conditions and valuation assumptions.

GIB.A: Future Returns Will Rely On Buybacks And Steady Execution

Analyst price targets for CGI have been adjusted slightly, with a modest net change centered around CA$ level updates as firms recalibrate for a higher discount rate, make a small tweak to assumed future P/E, and incorporate fresh research from CIBC, Canaccord, TD Securities and Scotiabank. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates show a mixed but generally constructive view on CGI, with some firms trimming their price targets while others have raised theirs or reiterated constructive ratings after transferring coverage.

GIB.A: Future Returns Will Rely On Consistent Execution And Share Repurchases

Analysts have trimmed their price target on CGI to about $151 from $154, reflecting slightly lower assumed profit margins and P/E multiples, even as they factor in modestly higher revenue growth following a mix of target cuts and one increase in recent research updates. Analyst Commentary Recent research on CGI shows a split between analysts who see upside based on execution and those who are more cautious given growth mix and valuation assumptions.

CGI Inc. (TSE:GIB.A) Just Released Its First-Quarter Earnings: Here's What Analysts Think

Jan 30
CGI Inc. (TSE:GIB.A) Just Released Its First-Quarter Earnings: Here's What Analysts Think

GIB.A: Future Upside Will Depend On Resilient Organic Execution In Softer Markets

Analysts have trimmed their price targets on CGI, with one recent cut to $81 from $105 and another to C$149 from C$180. These changes reflect concerns about softer organic growth in certain regions and sectors, as well as the potential for downside risk to earnings estimates.

GIB.A: Future Returns Will Rely On Resilient Organic Execution In Weaker Markets

Analysts have trimmed their price targets on CGI to around C$149 and US$81. This reflects concerns about slower organic growth in certain regions and sectors, as well as the potential downside risk they see for consensus estimates into 2026.

CGI (TSE:GIB.A) Hasn't Managed To Accelerate Its Returns

Dec 31
CGI (TSE:GIB.A) Hasn't Managed To Accelerate Its Returns

GIB.A: Future Upside Will Depend On Generative AI And Tariff Resolution

Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for CGI slightly to $154.25 from about $155.08, reflecting a modestly higher discount rate and lower future P E assumptions as they balance concerns over softer organic growth in certain regions with ongoing opportunities tied to generative AI and easing tariff headwinds. Analyst Commentary Street research on CGI reflects a more balanced risk reward profile, with recent target cuts and rating changes highlighting both near term execution risks and longer term upside tied to structural themes like generative AI.

GIB.A: Future Upside Will Depend On Generative AI Adoption Momentum

Analysts have modestly reduced their price target on CGI to about $155 per share from roughly $155 previously. This reflects slightly higher discount rate assumptions and tempered expectations for organic growth given the company’s lagging performance in certain regions and verticals, partially offset by long term opportunities tied to generative AI adoption.

GIB.A: Future Gains Will Rely On Artificial Intelligence Opportunities Expanding

Analysts have lowered their price target for CGI by over $8. They cite slower organic growth, increased exposure to underperforming markets, and tempered expectations for industry trends in the near term.

GIB.A: Shares Will Benefit From Artificial Intelligence And Resolved Tariff Uncertainty

Analysts have reduced their average price target for CGI from approximately C$167 to C$164, citing tempered growth expectations. Recent research highlights both ongoing sector opportunities and a more cautious outlook on valuation.

Analysts Temper Outlook for CGI Despite Growth in AI Opportunities and New Contract Wins

Analysts have revised their price targets for CGI downward. The consensus fair value has decreased by approximately C$4 to C$166.83, citing shifting profit margin expectations and evolving opportunities in artificial intelligence as key factors.

Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By CGI Inc.'s (TSE:GIB.A) P/E

Sep 29
Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By CGI Inc.'s (TSE:GIB.A) P/E

Is CGI (TSE:GIB.A) Using Too Much Debt?

Jul 17
Is CGI (TSE:GIB.A) Using Too Much Debt?

A Look At The Fair Value Of CGI Inc. (TSE:GIB.A)

Jun 23
A Look At The Fair Value Of CGI Inc. (TSE:GIB.A)

CGI Inc.'s (TSE:GIB.A) Popularity With Investors Is Under Threat From Overpricing

Jun 11
CGI Inc.'s (TSE:GIB.A) Popularity With Investors Is Under Threat From Overpricing
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Managed Services And AI Innovations Propel Revenue Growth And Margin Expansion

Strategic acquisitions and investments in IP and Managed Services are expected to enhance capabilities and drive revenue growth.

CEO Compensation Analysis

How has Francois Boulanger's remuneration changed compared to CGI's earnings?
DateTotal CompensationSalaryCompany Earnings
Mar 31 2026n/an/a

CA$2b

Dec 31 2025n/an/a

CA$2b

Sep 30 2025CA$8mCA$1m

CA$2b

Jun 30 2025n/an/a

CA$2b

Mar 31 2025n/an/a

CA$2b

Dec 31 2024n/an/a

CA$2b

Sep 30 2024CA$4mCA$940k

CA$2b

Jun 30 2024n/an/a

CA$2b

Mar 31 2024n/an/a

CA$2b

Dec 31 2023n/an/a

CA$2b

Sep 30 2023CA$4mCA$921k

CA$2b

Jun 30 2023n/an/a

CA$2b

Mar 31 2023n/an/a

CA$2b

Dec 31 2022n/an/a

CA$1b

Sep 30 2022CA$4mCA$819k

CA$1b

Jun 30 2022n/an/a

CA$1b

Mar 31 2022n/an/a

CA$1b

Dec 31 2021n/an/a

CA$1b

Sep 30 2021CA$4mCA$785k

CA$1b

Jun 30 2021n/an/a

CA$1b

Mar 31 2021n/an/a

CA$1b

Dec 31 2020n/an/a

CA$1b

Sep 30 2020CA$3mCA$669k

CA$1b

Jun 30 2020n/an/a

CA$1b

Mar 31 2020n/an/a

CA$1b

Dec 31 2019n/an/a

CA$1b

Sep 30 2019CA$3mCA$725k

CA$1b

Compensation vs Market: Francois's total compensation ($USD6.23M) is about average for companies of similar size in the Canadian market ($USD7.51M).

Compensation vs Earnings: Francois's compensation has increased by more than 20% whilst company earnings have fallen more than 20% in the past year.

CEO

Francois Boulanger (59 yo)

1.6yrs
Tenure
CA$8,486,173
Compensation

Mr. François Boulanger serves as CEO & Director of CGI Inc. since October 01, 2024. He had been the Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President at CGI Inc., since October 1, 2014 until October 01,...

Leadership Team

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Serge Godin
Founder & Co-Chairman of the Board50.3yrsCA$12.08m0.000060%
CA$ 11.4k
Julie Godin
Executive Chair of the Board and Executive VP of Strategic Planning & Corporate Development13yrsCA$5.69m0.000050%
CA$ 9.5k
Francois Boulanger
President1.6yrsCA$8.49m0.026%
CA$ 5.0m
Jean-Michel Baticle
Presidentno dataCA$5.17m0.014%
CA$ 2.6m
Steve Perron
Executive VP & CFO3.6yrsCA$2.64m0.0042%
CA$ 785.7k
George Schindler
Strategic Advisor & Director1.7yrsCA$262.20k0.10%
CA$ 19.8m
Timothy Hurlebaus
President & COOno dataCA$2.56m0.0046%
CA$ 863.3k
David Henderson
Chief Technology Officerless than a yearCA$2.19mno data
Leslie McKay
Senior VP & Chief Information Officer5.3yrsno datano data
Kevin Linder
Senior Vice President of Investor Relationsno datano data0.0018%
CA$ 338.9k
Benoit DubA
Executive VP of Legal & Economic Affairs and Corporate Secretary15.9yrsno data0.0054%
CA$ 1.0m
Susan Balding
Senior Vice-President of Global Marketing & Communication3.9yrsno datano data
3.9yrs
Average Tenure
60.5yo
Average Age

Experienced Management: GIB.A's management team is considered experienced (3.9 years average tenure).

Board Members

NamePositionTenureCompensationOwnership
Serge Godin
Founder & Co-Chairman of the Board50.3yrsCA$12.08m0.000060%
CA$ 11.4k
Julie Godin
Executive Chair of the Board and Executive VP of Strategic Planning & Corporate Development13yrsCA$5.69m0.000050%
CA$ 9.5k
Francois Boulanger
President1.6yrsCA$8.49m0.026%
CA$ 5.0m
George Schindler
Strategic Advisor & Director9.6yrsCA$262.20k0.10%
CA$ 19.8m
George Cope
Independent Lead Director6.3yrsCA$279.06k0.014%
CA$ 2.7m
Mary Powell
Independent Director5.9yrsCA$336.85kno data
Stephen Poloz
Independent Director5.9yrsCA$226.47kno data
Alison Reed
Independent Director7.5yrsCA$377.57k0.0027%
CA$ 520.6k
Sophie Brochu
Independent Director2.7yrsCA$257.48k0.00026%
CA$ 49.2k
Michael Pedersen
Independent Director8.8yrsCA$252.48k0.012%
CA$ 2.2m
Kathy Waller
Independent Director7.4yrsCA$365.04kno data
Gilles LabbA
Independent Director16.3yrsCA$228.25k0.0063%
CA$ 1.2m
7.5yrs
Average Tenure
64.5yo
Average Age

Experienced Board: GIB.A's board of directors are considered experienced (7.5 years average tenure).

Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/04 04:36
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/04 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/09/30

Data Sources

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PackageDataTimeframeExample US Source *
Company Financials10 years
  • Income statement
  • Cash flow statement
  • Balance sheet
Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
  • Forecast financials
  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
  • Stock prices
  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

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Analyst Sources

CGI Inc. is covered by 30 analysts. 15 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Harriet LiAccountability Research Corporation
Robert PetersATB Cormark Historical (Cormark Securities)
Gabriel LeungBeacon Securities Limited