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Integral Ad Science Holding Balance Sheet Health
Financial Health criteria checks 6/6
Integral Ad Science Holding has a total shareholder equity of $1.1B and total debt of $0.0, which brings its debt-to-equity ratio to 0%. Its total assets and total liabilities are $1.2B and $102.9M respectively. Integral Ad Science Holding's EBIT is $69.3M making its interest coverage ratio -635.8. It has cash and short-term investments of $129.2M.
Key information
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Debt to equity ratio
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Debt
| Interest coverage ratio | -635.8x |
| Cash | US$129.20m |
| Equity | US$1.10b |
| Total liabilities | US$102.86m |
| Total assets | US$1.21b |
Recent financial health updates
Analysis Article • Jul 13
These 4 Measures Indicate That Integral Ad Science Holding (NASDAQ:IAS) Is Using Debt Safely
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • Feb 26
We Think Integral Ad Science Holding (NASDAQ:IAS) Can Manage Its Debt With Ease
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Analysis Article • Sep 27
Is Integral Ad Science Holding (NASDAQ:IAS) A Risky Investment?
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Analysis Article • Mar 30
Is Integral Ad Science Holding (NASDAQ:IAS) Using Too Much Debt?
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Recent updates
Narrative Update • Dec 20
IAS: Novacap Takeout Will Anchor Shares Near Cash Offer Price
Analysts have nudged their price target for Integral Ad Science Holding higher to about $10.30 per share from roughly $9 to $10 previously, reflecting the agreed all cash acquisition by Novacap at $10.30 per share and the view that upside is now largely capped near the deal value. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts have largely repositioned their views on Integral Ad Science around the $10.30 per share takeout value, trimming prior upside expectations and signaling limited scope for further share appreciation absent a competing offer.
Narrative Update • Dec 06
IAS: Shares Will Gravitate Toward $10.30 As Take-Private Deal Progresses
Analysts have converged their price targets for Integral Ad Science toward the $10.30 per share acquisition price, trimming upside expectations as they view the agreed all cash Novacap deal as effectively capping near term valuation and limiting the likelihood of competing bids. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts view the Novacap acquisition as a validation of Integral Ad Science's strategic position in the ad-tech ecosystem, noting that the agreed takeout price reflects a premium to where the stock had been trading amid limited public market enthusiasm.Narrative Update • Nov 22
IAS: Shares Will Trade Steadily After $10.30 Buyout Agreement Finalizes
Integral Ad Science Holding's analyst price target has been updated to $10.30 per share, reduced from prices as high as $17 previously. Analysts note that the company's agreement to be acquired by Novacap sets a clear valuation and limits the potential for further upside in the near term.Narrative Update • Nov 06
IAS: Shares Will Remain Rangebound Following $10.30 Private Equity Takeout
Analysts have updated their price targets for Integral Ad Science, converging around $10.30 per share. This update follows the announced acquisition by private equity firm Novacap and the consensus that a higher bid is unlikely.Narrative Update • Oct 23
Analysts React to Novacap Acquisition of Integral Ad Science with Revised Targets and Mixed Outlooks
The consensus analyst price target for Integral Ad Science has shifted upward to $10.30 per share. This increase is driven primarily by the company's agreement to be acquired by Novacap in an all-cash transaction, which sets a new valuation benchmark according to analysts.Narrative Update • Oct 09
Digital Ad Trends Will Redefine Global Market Opportunities
Integral Ad Science Holding's fair value estimate has been revised downward from $12.14 to $10.59 after analysts lowered price targets to align with the $10.30 per share buyout offer from Novacap. This reflects consensus that the acquisition caps immediate upside potential.Narrative Update • Sep 25
Digital Ad Trends Will Redefine Global Market Opportunities
Integral Ad Science's consensus price target has been sharply reduced and ratings downgraded following its agreed $10.30 per share acquisition by Novacap, which caps further upside and reflects limited deal competition, with the fair value now set close to the offer price. Analyst Commentary Downgrades across the board to Hold/Market Perform reflect the agreed cash acquisition of Integral Ad Science by Novacap at $10.30 per share, capping upside to the takeout price.Seeking Alpha • Sep 17
Integrated Ad Science: A Consistent Grower
Summary Integrated Ad Science (IAS) is a consistent grower, delivering strong financial results. The company trades at a reasonable valuation. IAS posted 16% YoY revenue growth, impressive cash flow gains, and paid off all long-term debt, but growth in large ad customers is slowing. Stock-based compensation remains high, diluting shareholder value, and key growth metrics are decelerating despite healthy margins and retention rates. IAS trades at low valuation multiples with a solid balance sheet, but I rate it a hold, awaiting clearer price action before recommending entry. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jul 13
These 4 Measures Indicate That Integral Ad Science Holding (NASDAQ:IAS) Is Using Debt Safely
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • May 17
At US$8.09, Is It Time To Put Integral Ad Science Holding Corp. (NASDAQ:IAS) On Your Watch List?
Integral Ad Science Holding Corp. ( NASDAQ:IAS ), is not the largest company out there, but it led the NASDAQGS gainers...Analysis Article • May 17
Integral Ad Science Holding Corp.'s (NASDAQ:IAS) 26% Jump Shows Its Popularity With Investors
Integral Ad Science Holding Corp. ( NASDAQ:IAS ) shareholders are no doubt pleased to see that the share price has...Analysis Article • Apr 28
Returns Are Gaining Momentum At Integral Ad Science Holding (NASDAQ:IAS)
There are a few key trends to look for if we want to identify the next multi-bagger. Firstly, we'd want to identify a...Analysis Article • Mar 28
Why We're Not Concerned About Integral Ad Science Holding Corp.'s (NASDAQ:IAS) Share Price
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 17x, you may...Analysis Article • Feb 26
We Think Integral Ad Science Holding (NASDAQ:IAS) Can Manage Its Debt With Ease
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Analysis Article • Jan 29
What Does Integral Ad Science Holding Corp.'s (NASDAQ:IAS) Share Price Indicate?
Integral Ad Science Holding Corp. ( NASDAQ:IAS ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention...Seeking Alpha • Jan 03
Integral Ad Science: Growth Reacceleration Deserves A Higher Multiple (Rating Upgrade)
Summary Shares have been under pressure due to weaker growth during 2024, caused by some factors which I consider to be temporary. Growth this year will be driven by cross selling its new products to existing customers, including the significant number which were added recently. Profitability remains solid, with Adjusted EBITDA margins for FY25 expected to reach 38%, with strong FCF conversion. Valuation is attractive at 11.4 times FCF, leading me to upgrade shares from Hold to Buy. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Dec 03
Integral Ad Science Holding Corp.'s (NASDAQ:IAS) P/E Still Appears To Be Reasonable
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 19x, you may...Analysis Article • Nov 11
Integral Ad Science Holding (NASDAQ:IAS) Is Doing The Right Things To Multiply Its Share Price
If you're not sure where to start when looking for the next multi-bagger, there are a few key trends you should keep an...Seeking Alpha • Oct 05
Integral Ad Science: New Product Offerings Drive Continued Profitable Growth
Summary Shares have struggled this year, despite solid momentum in the underlying business. Guidance for the year suggests a 14% year-over-year growth, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 34%. The primary risks I identify are related to competition and the rising adoption of AI. At a Price/FCF multiple of 14, I find the shares to befairly valued and recommend a Hold rating. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Sep 27
Is Integral Ad Science Holding (NASDAQ:IAS) A Risky Investment?
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...
New Narrative • Sep 12
Leveraging Oracle's Exit And AI Innovation Fuels Global Expansion And Revenue Surge
Anticipated benefits from new products and AI investments suggest future revenue growth through innovation, driving customer adoption and retention.Analysis Article • Jul 16
Why We're Not Concerned About Integral Ad Science Holding Corp.'s (NASDAQ:IAS) Share Price
When close to half the companies in the Media industry in the United States have price-to-sales ratios (or "P/S") below...Analysis Article • Jun 01
Integral Ad Science Holding (NASDAQ:IAS) Is Doing The Right Things To Multiply Its Share Price
Finding a business that has the potential to grow substantially is not easy, but it is possible if we look at a few key...Seeking Alpha • May 21
Integral Ad Science: Excessive Valuation Gap, Poised To Outperform DoubleVerify
Summary Integral Ad Science and DoubleVerify are both leading players in the digital ad verification market. Wall Street analysts are bullish on both companies, with median target prices significantly above current levels. Despite having similar business models and financial profiles, IAS currently trades at a 45% discount to DV, making it the better buy at this time. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Mar 30
Is Integral Ad Science Holding (NASDAQ:IAS) Using Too Much Debt?
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • Mar 07
Integral Ad Science Holding Corp.'s (NASDAQ:IAS) 42% Cheaper Price Remains In Tune With Revenues
Integral Ad Science Holding Corp. ( NASDAQ:IAS ) shareholders won't be pleased to see that the share price has had a...Financial Position Analysis
Short Term Liabilities: IAS's short term assets ($317.2M) exceed its short term liabilities ($71.6M).
Long Term Liabilities: IAS's short term assets ($317.2M) exceed its long term liabilities ($31.2M).
Debt to Equity History and Analysis
Debt Level: IAS is debt free.
Reducing Debt: IAS has no debt compared to 5 years ago when its debt to equity ratio was 78%.
Debt Coverage: IAS has no debt, therefore it does not need to be covered by operating cash flow.
Interest Coverage: IAS has no debt, therefore coverage of interest payments is not a concern.
Balance Sheet
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2025/12/22 17:32 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2025/12/22 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/09/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2024/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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Analyst Sources
Integral Ad Science Holding Corp. is covered by 6 analysts. 14 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Jason Kreyer | Craig-Hallum Capital Group LLC |
| James Heaney | Jefferies LLC |
| Matthew Farrell | Piper Sandler Companies |