Debt-to-Equity Ratio
Higher than 39% of Communication Services sector peers
Updated 241h ago
Sector Performance
39th percentileYELP
0.21x
Sector Median
0.32x
Sector Avg
0.46x
Deep Analysis
Yelp's debt-to-equity ratio of 0.21x means that for every $1 of shareholder equity, the company has $0.21 in debt — a low level of financial leverage indicating conservative borrowing.
This sits below the Communication Services sector median of 0.32x, placing Yelp in the 39th percentile among peers, meaning most other companies carry more debt relative to equity. The year-over-year change is not available, and trend data for the last eight quarters is also not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change shows a decline of 16.0% from 0.25x to 0.21x. The combination of a below-median ratio and a recent downward trend suggests lower financial risk than the sector average, as the company is reducing its reliance on debt. This favorable debt profile supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as it points to a stable capital structure without introducing a bullish catalyst that would push the rating higher.
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.
How does YELP's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?
YELP's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.21x compares to a Communication Services sector median of 0.32x, placing it in the 39th percentile.
Who are YELP's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest Communication Services peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: BIDU (0.32x), PINS (0.34x), META (0.36x), DASH (0.27x), DIS (0.44x).
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.
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0.21x
Sector Median
0.32x
Sector Avg
0.46x
How YELP's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compares to sector peers.
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