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Yext, Inc. (NYSE: YEXT) is a software publisher in the information sector that describes itself as a brand visibility platform and digital presence platform for multi-location brands. The YEXT news page on Stock Titan aggregates company-issued updates and regulatory disclosures so readers can follow how Yext’s strategy, financial performance, and product focus evolve over time.
Recent Yext news has included quarterly earnings releases detailing revenue, annual recurring revenue (ARR), non-GAAP profitability, and Adjusted EBITDA, along with commentary on operating expenses, retention metrics, and remaining performance obligations. These announcements are often furnished to the SEC on Form 8-K and provide insight into how the company evaluates its recurring revenue model and non-GAAP financial measures.
Yext also issues news about capital structure and strategic activity, such as securing a senior secured term loan facility with funds and accounts managed by BlackRock to support growth initiatives and strategic acquisitions. Another notable update was a non-binding proposal from the company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chairman to acquire all outstanding shares not already owned by him, which is being reviewed by a Special Committee of independent directors.
In addition, Yext publishes research-driven announcements that explore AI search behavior, AI citations, and consumer trust in AI tools, under the Yext Research initiative. These releases highlight how the company uses large-scale data to analyze digital visibility across AI search, traditional search, social media, and review platforms.
Investors, analysts, and marketers can use the YEXT news feed as a single place to review earnings updates, financing developments, strategic proposals, and research reports directly sourced from the company’s public communications.
Yext (NYSE: YEXT) commenced a modified Dutch auction tender offer to purchase up to $180 million of its common stock at prices between $5.75 and $6.50 per share. The offer is scheduled to expire at 5:00 p.m. ET on March 12, 2026 and is not conditioned on a minimum tender or financing.
The company noted the Feb 9, 2026 closing price was $4.91. The tender aims to return capital and give stockholders a chance to obtain liquidity or increase their relative ownership if they do not participate.
Yext (NYSE: YEXT) announced that CEO Michael Walrath withdrew his non-binding proposal to acquire remaining shares at $9.00 per share because he could not obtain financing at that price. The Board confirmed Walrath remains CEO.
The independent Special Committee approved a $150 million Dutch auction self-tender expected to commence in February 2026; pricing and amounts will depend on market conditions and the tender may be financed with debt and is subject to customary conditions, including a financing condition.
Yext (NYSE: YEXT) reported third quarter fiscal 2026 results for the period ended October 31, 2025. Key metrics: Revenue $112.0M, ARR $444.4M, Adjusted EBITDA $27.2M (24% margin), GAAP basic EPS $0.05, and Non-GAAP EPS $0.14. Gross profit and margins declined versus prior year while operating expenses fell as a percent of revenue. Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash were $158.9M. The Board and special committee are reviewing a non-binding acquisition proposal from Michael Walrath; Yext will not hold a corresponding conference call. Year-to-date share repurchases totaled $59.6M, with ~$22.3M remaining.
Yext (NYSE: YEXT) released a study of 6.8M AI citations across ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity (Jul 1–Aug 31, 2025) showing 86% of citations come from brand‑managed sources (websites, listings, reviews/social).
Key metrics: websites generated 2.9M citations (44%), listings 2.9M (42%), reviews/social 545K (8%), and forums ~2%. Model differences: Gemini favors websites (52.1%), OpenAI favors listings (48.7%). The study used 1.6M queries per model covering four industries and four intent quadrants; it identified 20,820 unique citation domains.
Yext (NYSE: YEXT) published survey results showing U.S. purchase research is increasingly fragmented across search engines, AI tools, social media, and review sites. Only 11% of U.S. consumers trust their first search result, and 73% report using AI-powered search tools more in the past year, with 45% using them daily. Initial research still favors search engines (45%), while AI tools (15%) and review sites (14%) are rising as entry points. The study defines six search personas (Traditionalist, Price Shopper, Explorer, Creator, Social Proof Seeker, Accidental Searcher) to guide brand responses and urges brands to prioritize structured, machine-ready data to win conversions in a fragmented path to purchase.
Yext (NYSE: YEXT) reported strong Q2 fiscal 2026 results, with revenue reaching $113.1 million, up 16% year-over-year. The company achieved significant profitability metrics including net income of $26.8 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $26.4 million with a 23% margin.
Key performance indicators included ARR of $444.4 million, representing a 15% year-over-year increase, and a Dollar-Based Net Retention Rate of 95% for Total and Direct customers. The company maintained strong liquidity with $209.5 million in cash and equivalents.
Notably, CEO Michael Walrath submitted a non-binding proposal to acquire all outstanding shares not already owned by him at $9.00 per share in cash on August 18, 2025.
Yext (NYSE:YEXT) announced that CEO Michael Walrath has submitted a non-binding proposal to acquire all outstanding shares not already owned by him at $9.00 per share in cash. The proposal is backed by well-capitalized financing sources, subject to due diligence.
The company's Board has formed a Special Committee of independent directors to evaluate the proposal and potential alternatives, with BofA Securities as financial advisor and Wilson Sonsini as legal counsel. Walrath expressed openness to superior proposals to maximize stockholder value.
Additionally, Yext expects its fiscal Q2 2026 results to meet or exceed previous guidance, with results to be released in early September. The company has withdrawn its FY2026 guidance due to the acquisition proposal.
Yext (NYSE:YEXT) has released "The Rise of AI Search Archetypes" report, revealing significant shifts in consumer trust and adoption of AI search tools. The global study, surveying 2,237 consumers across the US, UK, France, and Germany, found that 62% of consumers now trust AI for brand discovery decisions.
Key findings show that 43% of consumers use AI search tools daily, with 75% reporting increased usage compared to last year. While AI ranks second for quick answers at 29%, traditional search still leads at 53%. Notably, 68% of consumers have used ChatGPT for local product research, though only 19% trust AI over traditional search for local results.
The study also revealed distinct generational differences in search behavior, with Gen Z leading AI adoption for brainstorming (48%) while Boomers remain hesitant, with 26% not using AI tools at all.