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Yext Inc(YEXT)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
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BUY for 4 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+3.02% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$6.82
10/08/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for YEXT

10/08/2026: YEXT (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Yext is an enterprise software company that provides a platform for businesses to manage their digital presence and power internal AI search. The company has a stable business model based on recurring subscription revenue and has recently improved its profitability through disciplined cost management. Its primary growth opportunity lies in integrating generative AI into its existing knowledge graph to serve larger enterprise clients. Risks include stiff competition from large technology firms and the potential for platform ecosystem shifts to diminish service value. The stock may suit growth-oriented investors looking for a company successfully transitioning to a more efficient, AI-centric business model.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitYext has transitioned from a high-growth startup to a slower-growth, profitability-focused company.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock currently lacks the consistent upward trend typically required by momentum strategies.
Value investorMixed fitThe company's improved cash flow and disciplined spending may appeal to value investors seeking a turnaround story.
Dividend investorWeak fitYext does not pay a dividend and focuses on reinvestment.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh historical price volatility and competitive threats make this a risky holding.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock has experienced significant fluctuations, impacting short-term capital preservation.
Valuation riskMediumMarket sentiment heavily influences the stock's premium despite its transition to profitability.
Competition risk (AI competition)HighLarge technology firms like Google and Salesforce have the resources to encroach on Yext's niche.
Business qualityMediumYext provides essential services for enterprise SEO and search, though it faces commoditization risks.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors should not expect income generation from this stock.
Execution riskMediumThe company must successfully integrate its AI features into legacy workflows to maintain retention.

Price Behavior

Steady Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Steady Uptrend

The stock demonstrates consistent and steady upward price momentum.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -4.22%
Avg. Invested days 30
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
YEXT receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, and solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by soft analyst coverage, weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
YEXT has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, strong earnings growth (+235.5%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 11.9%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+6.1%), soft profitability (net margin 8.5%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
YEXT's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (11.9% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is YEXT's strongest growth driver at +235.5% FY2026 versus FY2025 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, free-cash-flow growth (+10.7%, solid) is also solid, while revenue growth (+6.1%, moderate) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 76.0% and approximately 65.9% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 8.29% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Lynrock Lake LP 19.21%
Lead Edge Capital Management, LLC 7.92%
BlackRock Inc 7.47%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 4.66%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.76%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
YEXT generates approximately $745 of gross profit, $100 of operating income, and $119 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Solid margins, cash conversion, and capital efficiency support the rating.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 5.62%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
YEXT has a high-quality, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltSmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 655.24M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 38.94
1Y Target Price 7
Price to earnings Ratio 38.94
1Y Target Price 7
Volume (30-day avg) 1.1M shares
Beta 1.14
52 Weeks Range 3.27 - 9.03
Updated Date 10/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 3.27 - 9.03
Updated Date 10/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.17

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Subscription ServicesRecurring fees from the Yext platform, including Listings, Pages, and AI Search.Most revenue comes from stable, long-term enterprise subscription contracts.
GeographyNorth America and International markets.The US remains the core revenue driver, with international markets representing a secondary growth opportunity.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE 38.94
Forward PE 7.6
Enterprise Value 772.27M
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.48
Enterprise Value 772.27M
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.48
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.74
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.37
Shares Outstanding 98.98M
Shares Floating 65.22M
Shares Outstanding 98.98M
Shares Floating 65.22M
Percent Insiders 8.29
Percent Institutions 75.98

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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