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YEXT Debt-to-Equity Ratio Analysis

6.03x

Higher than 100% of Technology sector peers

Updated 769h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Yext’s current Debt-to-Equity ratio of 6.03x means the company has $6.03 in debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, indicating it relies heavily on borrowed funds to finance its operations.

Sector Performance

100th percentile

YEXT

6.03x

Sector Median

0.27x

Sector Avg

0.24x

Prior Period

9.18x(Jun 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

Yext’s current Debt-to-Equity ratio of 6.03x means the company has $6.03 in debt for every $1 of shareholder equity, indicating it relies heavily on borrowed funds to finance its operations.

This is far above the technology sector median of 0.27x, placing Yext in the 99th percentile among its peers — meaning it carries more debt relative to equity than nearly all comparable companies. Over the last eight quarters, the metric has been generally increasing, though the year-over-year change is not available; quarter-over-quarter it fell 34.3% from 9.18x to 6.03x, showing a recent reduction in leverage. The combination of a very high level of debt with a declining trend suggests that while risk remains elevated, the company may be taking steps to improve its balance sheet, which could reduce financial stress over time. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because the extreme debt load justifies caution, but the quarter-over-quarter improvement offers a reason not to outright condemn the stock.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 YEXT's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?

YEXT's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 6.03x compares to a Technology sector median of 0.27x, placing it in the 100th percentile.

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

The closest Technology peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: MNTV (0.81x), ADSK (0.85x), SMTC (0.86x), BMBL (0.95x), UCTT (0.96x).

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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.