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YEXT EV/EBITDA Analysis

26.4x

Higher than 60% of Technology sector peers

Updated 323h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

EV/EBITDA compares a company’s total value (market cap plus debt minus cash) to its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization—essentially the multiple an acquirer pays for each dollar of operating profit.

Sector Performance

60th percentile

YEXT

26.4x

Sector Median

19.5x

Sector Avg

44.5x

Prior Period

25.6x(Aug 2026)

↓ Declining

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Deep Analysis

At 22.5x, Yext’s valuation sits above the sector median of 19.3x, placing it at the 54th percentile among technology peers. The metric has been increasing over the last eight quarters, with the most recent quarter up 0.9% from 22.3x; year-over-year change is not available. The combination of a valuation already above the peer median and a rising trend suggests limited margin for error—if growth stalls, the higher multiple could compress. This does not clearly argue for buying or selling, but it does indicate that the stock carries more premium than half its sector. Overall, the elevated but not extreme level and its upward direction are consistent with the NEUTRAL verdict rather than contradicting it.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the EV/EBITDA tell investors about YEXT?

A valuation multiple preferred by analysts for capital-intensive or leveraged businesses. Useful for cross-sector comparisons where earnings can be distorted by debt.

How is the EV/EBITDA calculated?

EV/EBITDA is calculated as: Enterprise Value / EBITDA.

How does YEXT's EV/EBITDA compare to its sector?

YEXT's EV/EBITDA of 26.4x compares to a Technology sector median of 19.5x, placing it in the 60th percentile.

Who are YEXT's closest peers by EV/EBITDA?

The closest Technology peers by EV/EBITDA include: MSFT (19.8x), AMAT (19.3x), CRM (18.9x), SQ (18.2x), ZI (15.7x).

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The Formula

Enterprise Value / EBITDA

Why It Matters

A valuation multiple preferred by analysts for capital-intensive or leveraged businesses. Useful for cross-sector comparisons where earnings can be distorted by debt.