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Yext (YEXT) director Seth Waugh boosts stake with 133,000-share open-market buy

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Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Yext, Inc. director Seth H. Waugh reported an open-market purchase of common stock. He bought 133,000 shares at a weighted average price of $3.746 per share, with individual trade prices ranging from $3.69 to $3.845. After this transaction, he holds 319,411 shares of Yext common stock directly.

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Insider Waugh Seth H.
Role null
Bought 133,000 shs ($498K)
Type Security Shares Price Value
Purchase Common Stock 133,000 $3.746 $498K
Holdings After Transaction: Common Stock — 319,411 shares (Direct, null)
Footnotes (1)
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Shares purchased 133,000 shares Open-market purchase of Yext common stock
Weighted average purchase price $3.746 per share Average price for 133,000-share purchase
Post-transaction holdings 319,411 shares Yext common stock held directly after purchase
Trade price range $3.69 to $3.845 per share Range of prices across multiple executions
open-market purchase financial
"transaction_action: "open-market purchase""
An open-market purchase is when an investor or a company buys shares on a public stock exchange at the going market price, rather than through a private deal. It matters to investors because these purchases change how many shares are available, can push the stock price up or signal confidence from large buyers, and often affect per-share metrics like earnings—think of it like someone buying lots of apples off a grocery shelf, reducing supply and potentially raising the price.
weighted average purchase price financial
"Reflects a weighted average purchase price."
The weighted average purchase price is the average cost per share you paid across multiple buys, calculated so larger purchases count more than smaller ones. Imagine buying apples at different prices: the overall price you effectively paid depends on how many apples you bought at each price. Investors use it to measure true cost basis, calculate gains or losses, decide when to sell, and manage taxes and portfolio performance.
Common Stock financial
"security_title: "Common Stock""
Common stock represents ownership shares in a company, giving investors a stake in its success and a say in important decisions through voting rights. It is the most common type of stock traded on markets and can provide income through dividends, as well as potential for value growth. For investors, holding common stock means sharing in the company’s profits and risks.
Reporting Person financial
"The Reporting Person will provide, upon request..."
Form 4 regulatory
"INSIDER FILING DATA (Form 4):"
Form 4 is a official document that company insiders, such as executives or major shareholders, file with regulators whenever they buy or sell company shares. It provides transparency about how those with inside knowledge are trading, helping investors see if insiders are confident in the company's prospects or may be selling for personal reasons. This information can influence investor decisions by revealing insiders' perspectives on the company's value.
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SEC Form 4
FORM 4UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940
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OMB Number:3235-0287
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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).
Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.
1. Name and Address of Reporting Person*
Waugh Seth H.

(Last)(First)(Middle)
C/O YEXT, INC.
61 NINTH AVENUE

(Street)
NEW YORK NEW YORK 10011

(City)(State)(Zip)

UNITED STATES

(Country)
2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Yext, Inc. [ YEXT ]
5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)
XDirector10% Owner
Officer (give title below)Other (specify below)
2a. Foreign Trading Symbol
3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
06/11/2026
6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)
XForm filed by One Reporting Person
Form filed by More than One Reporting Person
4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3) 2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4) 6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeVAmount(A) or (D)Price
Common Stock06/11/2026P133,000A$3.746(1)319,411D
Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
(e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3) 2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security 3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8) 5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5) 6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4) 8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5) 9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4) 10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4) 11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
CodeV(A)(D)Date ExercisableExpiration DateTitleAmount or Number of Shares
Explanation of Responses:
1. Reflects a weighted average purchase price. These shares were purchased in multiple transactions at prices ranging from $3.69 to $3.845, inclusive. The Reporting Person will provide, upon request by the staff of the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Issuer, or a security holder of the Issuer, full information regarding the number of common shares purchased at each separate price.
Remarks:
/s/ Ho Shin, Attorney-in-Fact06/11/2026
** Signature of Reporting PersonDate
Reminder: Report on a separate line for each class of securities beneficially owned directly or indirectly.
* If the form is filed by more than one reporting person, see Instruction 4 (b)(v).
** Intentional misstatements or omissions of facts constitute Federal Criminal Violations See 18 U.S.C. 1001 and 15 U.S.C. 78ff(a).
Note: File three copies of this Form, one of which must be manually signed. If space is insufficient, see Instruction 6 for procedure.
Persons who respond to the collection of information contained in this form are not required to respond unless the form displays a currently valid OMB Number.
* Form 4: SEC 1474 (03-26)

FAQ

What insider transaction did Yext (YEXT) director Seth H. Waugh report?

Director Seth H. Waugh reported buying 133,000 shares of Yext common stock. The transaction was an open-market purchase, indicating he actively chose to increase his direct equity position in the company.

At what price did Seth H. Waugh buy Yext (YEXT) shares?

He bought the shares at a weighted average price of $3.746 per share. The individual trades occurred at prices ranging from $3.69 to $3.845, as disclosed in the filing’s pricing footnote.

How many Yext (YEXT) shares does Seth H. Waugh own after this transaction?

Following the purchase, Seth H. Waugh directly owns 319,411 shares of Yext common stock. This post-transaction holding reflects his updated direct stake as reported in the Form 4 filing.

Was the Yext (YEXT) insider transaction an open-market purchase or another type?

The transaction was an open-market purchase of common stock. This means the director bought shares on the market rather than receiving them as a grant, award, or from exercising derivative securities.

Does the Yext (YEXT) Form 4 mention multiple trade prices for the insider buy?

Yes. The filing states the 133,000 shares were bought in multiple trades. Prices ranged from $3.69 to $3.845 per share, with $3.746 disclosed as the weighted average purchase price.