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YEXT Return on Equity (ROE) Analysis

47.7%

Higher than 89% of Technology sector peers

Updated 812h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

Return on equity (ROE) measures how much profit a company generates from each dollar of shareholders’ equity; Yext’s current 47.7% means it earned nearly 48 cents for every dollar of equity in the latest period.

Sector Performance

89th percentile

YEXT

47.7%

Sector Median

6.9%

Sector Avg

-3.9%

Prior Period

23.8%(May 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

That is far above its sector median of 6.6%, placing it in the 90th percentile among technology peers. The year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change is +100.4%, doubling from the prior quarter’s 23.8%. The combination of a very high ROE and a large quarterly increase suggests the company’s profitability has recently improved sharply, which can reduce equity risk but also raises questions about sustainability given the abrupt jump. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because while the level is exceptional, the lack of a longer trend and the extreme swing caution against either a bullish or bearish stance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Return on Equity (ROE) tell investors about YEXT?

ROE measures how effectively management turns equity into profit. Consistently above 15% is typically considered strong. Negative equity distorts this metric.

How is the Return on Equity (ROE) calculated?

Return on Equity (ROE) is calculated as: Net Income / Shareholders' Equity.

How does YEXT's Return on Equity (ROE) compare to its sector?

YEXT's Return on Equity (ROE) of 47.7% compares to a Technology sector median of 6.9%, placing it in the 89th percentile.

Who are YEXT's closest peers by Return on Equity (ROE)?

The closest Technology peers by Return on Equity (ROE) include: QRVO (10.1%), WIX (-13.8%), SMAR (-17.3%), U (-20.1%), UCTT (-22.5%).

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The Formula

Net Income / Shareholders' Equity

Why It Matters

ROE measures how effectively management turns equity into profit. Consistently above 15% is typically considered strong. Negative equity distorts this metric.