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YELP Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

0.16x

Updated 36h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The debt-to-equity ratio compares a company’s total liabilities to its shareholders’ equity, showing how much debt is used to fund assets relative to owner capital.

Sector Performance

15th percentile

YELP

0.16x

Sector Median

0.74x

Sector Avg

2.51x

Prior Period

0.21x(Aug 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The debt-to-equity ratio compares a company’s total liabilities to its shareholders’ equity, showing how much debt is used to fund assets relative to owner capital.

At 0.21x, YELP carries low debt, meaning for every $1 of equity it has $0.21 of debt. This is below the sector median of 0.32x, placing YELP in the 36th percentile among Communication Services peers, so it is more conservatively financed than most peers. The trend is unavailable: both the year-over-year change and quarter-over-quarter change are reported as N/A, and no historical values beyond the current figure exist. The combination of a low debt level with no trend data suggests limited immediate financial risk from leverage, but also provides no evidence of improving or deteriorating balance-sheet strength. This low ratio supports a neutral view by showing balance-sheet stability that does not add downside risk, while the lack of trend keeps the metric from being a positive catalyst. Overall, the metric aligns with the NEUTRAL verdict.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about YELP?

Shows how much a company is financing its operations through debt vs shareholder funds. High D/E can amplify returns — and losses.

How is the Debt-to-Equity Ratio calculated?

Debt-to-Equity Ratio is calculated as: Total Debt / Shareholders' Equity.

Who are YELP's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?

The closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: RUN (4.34x), F (4.51x), EXPE (4.52x), NRG (4.79x), HAS (5.02x).

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The Formula

Total Debt / Shareholders' Equity

Why It Matters

Shows how much a company is financing its operations through debt vs shareholder funds. High D/E can amplify returns — and losses.