VeriSign (VRSN) Stock Price

VeriSign, Price

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250.85USD
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VeriSign, (VRSN) Stock | ISIN US92343E1029 | WKN 911090. The current VeriSign, stock price is 250.85 USD (2026). Revenue is 1.77 B USD. Net income is 887.36 M USD. The P/E ratio is 26.52. Market capitalization is 23 B USD. VeriSign, operates in the Information technology sector.

Revenue has compounded at 2.8% per year over the past 19 years to 1.66 B USD. Earnings per share have grown at 9.6% per year over the last 19 years. VeriSign,'s net margin stands at 49.8%, down from 59.1% several years earlier. VeriSign, currently offers a dividend yield of about 0.92%. The payout ratio is around 216% of earnings.

VeriSign, stock price

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Total Return vs. Price Return

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Intraday Price Data

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What to Look For

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VeriSign, Stock Price History
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VeriSign, Revenue, EBIT, Net Income

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Revenue
EBIT
Net Income
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Date
Revenue
EBIT
Net Income
Jan 1, 2006
982.7 M USD
29.7 M USD
382.9 M USD
Jan 1, 2007
850.5 M USD
4.7 M USD
-150.3 M USD
Jan 1, 2008
558.9 M USD
82.6 M USD
-374.3 M USD
Jan 1, 2009
615.9 M USD
175 M USD
245.6 M USD
Jan 1, 2010
680.6 M USD
249.2 M USD
831 M USD
Jan 1, 2011
772 M USD
344.9 M USD
142.9 M USD
Jan 1, 2012
873.6 M USD
456.5 M USD
320 M USD
Jan 1, 2013
965.1 M USD
528.2 M USD
544.5 M USD
Jan 1, 2014
1.01 B USD
564.4 M USD
355.3 M USD
Jan 1, 2015
1.06 B USD
605.9 M USD
375.2 M USD
Jan 1, 2016
1.14 B USD
686.6 M USD
440.6 M USD
Jan 1, 2017
1.17 B USD
707.7 M USD
457.2 M USD
Jan 1, 2018
1.22 B USD
767.4 M USD
582.5 M USD
Jan 1, 2019
1.23 B USD
806.1 M USD
612.3 M USD
Jan 1, 2020
1.27 B USD
824.2 M USD
814.9 M USD

VeriSign, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement

Last updated Jun 26, 2026, 12:45 PM
 
REVENUE (B USD)
REVENUE GROWTH (%)
GROSS MARGIN (%)
GROSS INCOME (B USD)
NET INCOME (B USD)
NET INCOME GROWTH (%)
SHARES (M)
DOCUMENTS
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1.491.561.661.771.8822.172.31
4.854.296.366.646.236.58.516.64
86.7487.7388.1682.6777.8373.0767.3463.15
1.31.371.461.461.461.461.461.46
0.820.790.830.890.961.051.191.32
21.4-3.925.17.528.469.1513.4310.83
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Income Statement Key Figures

Revenue and Revenue Growth

Revenue is the starting point of every income statement — it measures the total sales VeriSign, generates from its core business. Revenue growth (expressed as year-over-year percentage change) is one of the most important indicators of business momentum. Sustained growth above 10 % annually is generally considered strong, while declining revenue is a serious warning sign that demands investigation.

Gross Margin

Gross margin = (Revenue − Cost of Goods Sold) ÷ Revenue. It reveals what percentage of each dollar of revenue VeriSign, retains after direct production costs. High gross margins (above 50 %) are typical of asset-light businesses like software and brands, while capital-intensive industries like manufacturing often operate below 30 %. Compare VeriSign,'s gross margin to industry peers and track it over time to spot improving or deteriorating pricing power.

EBIT and EBIT Margin

EBIT measures operating profit — what remains after subtracting all operating expenses (including R&D, sales, and administrative costs) from gross profit. The EBIT margin shows this as a percentage of revenue. Because it excludes interest and taxes, EBIT allows fair comparisons between companies with different debt levels and tax jurisdictions. A rising EBIT margin indicates improving operational efficiency.

Net Income and Earnings Per Share (EPS)

Net income is the company's final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes. Dividing net income by the number of shares outstanding gives you EPS — the single most influential metric in stock valuation. Consistent EPS growth is the primary driver of long-term stock price appreciation. Always check whether EPS growth comes from genuine profit improvement or from share buybacks reducing the share count.

Shares Outstanding

The total number of shares VeriSign, has issued. A declining share count (through buybacks) boosts EPS and signals management confidence. A rising share count (through stock issuance) dilutes existing shareholders. Always monitor this number alongside EPS to get the full picture of per-share value creation.

Analyst Estimates

The projected figures represent consensus estimates from professional analysts. Compare these forecasts against VeriSign,'s historical growth rates to assess whether expectations are realistic. A company that consistently beats consensus estimates tends to see its stock price rewarded over time, while repeated misses erode investor confidence.

VeriSign, stock margins

The VeriSign, margin analysis displays the gross margin, EBIT margin, as well as the profit margin of VeriSign,. The EBIT margin (EBIT/sales) indicates the percentage of sales that remains as operating profit. The profit margin shows the percentage of sales that remains for VeriSign,.
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Gross margin
EBIT margin
Profit margin
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Date
Gross margin
EBIT margin
Profit margin
Jan 1, 2006
70.77 %
3.02 %
38.96 %
Jan 1, 2007
71.77 %
0.55 %
-17.67 %
Jan 1, 2008
71.23 %
14.78 %
-66.97 %
Jan 1, 2009
72.93 %
28.41 %
39.88 %
Jan 1, 2010
76.98 %
36.61 %
122.1 %
Jan 1, 2011
78.59 %
44.68 %
18.51 %
Jan 1, 2012
80.82 %
52.26 %
36.63 %
Jan 1, 2013
80.62 %
54.73 %
56.42 %
Jan 1, 2014
81.35 %
55.88 %
35.17 %
Jan 1, 2015
81.8 %
57.19 %
35.42 %
Jan 1, 2016
82.64 %
60.11 %
38.57 %
Jan 1, 2017
83.41 %
60.74 %
39.24 %
Jan 1, 2018
84.18 %
63.16 %
47.94 %
Jan 1, 2019
85.35 %
65.45 %
49.71 %
Jan 1, 2020
85.76 %
65.15 %
64.41 %

VeriSign, Stock Revenue, EBIT, Earnings per Share

The VeriSign, earnings per share therefore indicates how much revenue VeriSign, has generated per share in a given period. The earnings before interest and taxes per share shows how much of the operating profit corresponds to each share. The earnings per share indicates how much of the profit belongs to each share.
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Revenue per Share
EBIT per share
Earnings per Share
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Date
Revenue per Share
EBIT per share
Earnings per Share
Jan 1, 2006
3.98 USD
0.12 USD
1.55 USD
Jan 1, 2007
3.58 USD
0.02 USD
-0.63 USD
Jan 1, 2008
2.79 USD
0.41 USD
-1.87 USD
Jan 1, 2009
3.2 USD
0.91 USD
1.28 USD
Jan 1, 2010
3.8 USD
1.39 USD
4.64 USD
Jan 1, 2011
4.63 USD
2.07 USD
0.86 USD
Jan 1, 2012
5.33 USD
2.79 USD
1.95 USD
Jan 1, 2013
6.19 USD
3.39 USD
3.49 USD
Jan 1, 2014
7.17 USD
4.01 USD
2.52 USD
Jan 1, 2015
7.97 USD
4.56 USD
2.82 USD
Jan 1, 2016
8.87 USD
5.33 USD
3.42 USD
Jan 1, 2017
9.38 USD
5.7 USD
3.68 USD
Jan 1, 2018
9.9 USD
6.25 USD
4.75 USD
Jan 1, 2019
10.35 USD
6.77 USD
5.15 USD
Jan 1, 2020
10.97 USD
7.15 USD
7.07 USD

VeriSign, business model & stock analysis

Verisign Inc is an American company that operates in the IT and telecommunications industry. It was founded in California in 1995 and has since achieved enormous success. Verisign is best known for its business in domain name management and digital certificates.

VeriSign, SWOT Analysis

Strengths

1. Strong brand image: Verisign is a well-established and recognized brand in the domain name industry.

2. Global presence: The company has a strong presence worldwide, serving customers in over 200 countries.

3. Leading market position: Verisign holds a dominant market share in domain name registrations, providing a competitive advantage.

4. High barriers to entry: The industry requires technical expertise, significant infrastructure, and contractual relationships, making it difficult for new entrants to compete.

Weaknesses

1. Dependence on domain name registrations: The majority of Verisign's revenue is derived from domain name registrations, making the company vulnerable to any decline in this market.

2. Concentrated customer base: Verisign relies heavily on a small number of major customers, which increases the risk of revenue loss if any of these customers switch to competitors.

3. Regulatory and legal risks: The industry is subject to various regulations and legal challenges, which can create uncertainty and impact Verisign's operations.

Opportunities

1. Growing internet penetration: As internet usage continues to increase globally, there is a higher demand for domain name registrations and related services.

2. Expansion into additional services: Verisign can leverage its strong brand and existing infrastructure to offer additional services like website security and online brand protection.

3. Acquisitions and strategic partnerships: Verisign can consider acquiring complementary businesses or forming strategic partnerships to enhance its service offerings and expand its market reach.

Threats

1. Intense competition: The domain name industry is highly competitive, with numerous players offering similar services, which can lead to pricing pressures and potential loss of market share.

2. Technological advancements: Rapid technological changes can pose challenges to Verisign's business model, requiring continuous investments to stay ahead in terms of security and innovation.

3. Cybersecurity threats: Increasing cybersecurity risks could impact Verisign's reputation and trust among customers, leading to potential revenue loss.

VeriSign, Segments

VeriSign, Revenue by Region

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United States
EMEA
Asia Pacific
Other Countries
CHINA
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Date
United States
EMEA
Asia Pacific
APAC
Asian Pacific
Europe, Middle East and Africa
Other Countries
CHINA
Other Geographical Areas
Jan 1, 2011
472.7 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
0 USD
117 M USD
109.68 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
72.6 M USD
Jan 1, 2012
530.11 M USD
135.08 M USD
0 USD
130.65 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
77.75 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2013
585.2 M USD
169.77 M USD
129.66 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
0 USD
80.46 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2014
616.13 M USD
182.9 M USD
133.75 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
0 USD
77.35 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2015
639.17 M USD
193.62 M USD
151.46 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
0 USD
75.11 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2016
667.3 M USD
207.47 M USD
127.3 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
0 USD
140.09 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2017
694.76 M USD
211.35 M USD
106.53 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
0 USD
152.46 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2018
756.91 M USD
212.7 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
0 USD
0 USD
138.52 M USD
106.84 M USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2019
772.59 M USD
206.98 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
0 USD
0 USD
132.81 M USD
119.29 M USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2020
804.65 M USD
214.2 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
0 USD
0 USD
133.15 M USD
113.05 M USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2021
851.3 M USD
231.69 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
0 USD
0 USD
144.86 M USD
99.73 M USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2022
937.6 M USD
226 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
0 USD
0 USD
155.3 M USD
106 M USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2023
994.7 M USD
228.2 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
0 USD
0 USD
178.6 M USD
91.6 M USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2024
1.04 B USD
249.6 M USD
175.7 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
0 USD
96.6 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2025
1.09 B USD
279.4 M USD
184.6 M USD
0 USD
0 USD
0 USD
99.5 M USD
0 USD
0 USD

VeriSign, Eulerpool Fair Value

VeriSign, historical P/E ratio, EBIT multiple, and P/S ratio

VeriSign, annual returns

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Annual Return

What This Chart Shows

This chart breaks down 's total annual return into two components: price return (gains or losses from stock price movement) and dividend return (income received from dividend payments). Together, they represent the total return an investor would have earned in each calendar year.

Price Return

Price return measures the percentage change in 's stock price from January 1st to December 31st of each year. Positive bars indicate the stock appreciated; negative bars show a decline. This is the component most investors focus on, but it tells only part of the story — especially for dividend-paying stocks.

Dividend Return

Dividend return represents the income generated from dividends paid during the year, expressed as a percentage of the starting stock price. While it may seem small in any single year (typically 1–4 % for established companies), dividends compound significantly over decades and have historically contributed roughly 40 % of total stock market returns.

What to Look For

Examine how many years showed positive vs. negative returns to gauge consistency. A stock with mostly positive years and small drawdowns suggests lower risk. Also compare 's annual returns to a benchmark index — consistently outperforming the market is a hallmark of a strong investment. Pay attention to the worst years: understanding downside risk is just as important as chasing upside potential.

VeriSign, shares outstanding

The number of shares was VeriSign, in 2025 — This indicates how many shares 93.8 M is divided into. Since shareholders are the owners of a company, each share represents a small portion of the company's ownership.
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Number of stocks
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Date
Number of stocks
Jan 1, 2006
247.1 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2007
237.7 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2008
200.6 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2009
192.6 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2010
179 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2011
166.9 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2012
163.9 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2013
155.8 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2014
140.9 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2015
133 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2016
128.8 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2017
124.2 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2018
122.7 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2019
119 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2020
115.3 M base_Shares

VeriSign, Dividend History

4 years of dividend payments

YearAnnual DividendYoY ChangePayments
20260.81USDYTD
Feb 19, 20260.81USD 5.2%1/1
20252.31USD 16.0%
May 19, 20250.77USD 72.0%1/3
Aug 19, 20250.77USD 0.0%2/3
Nov 18, 20250.77USD 0.0%3/3
20112.75USD 8.3%
20103USD

VeriSign, dividend history and estimates

In 2025, VeriSign, paid a dividend amounting to 2.31 USD. Dividend means that VeriSign, distributes a portion of its profits to its owners.
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Dividend
Dividend (Estimate)
Special dividend
Details
Date
Dividend
Dividend (Estimate)
Special dividend
Invalid Date
0 USD
3 USD
0 USD
Invalid Date
0 USD
2.75 USD
0 USD
Invalid Date
2.31 USD
0.77 USD
0 USD
Invalid Date
0.81 USD
2.43 USD
0 USD
Invalid Date
0 USD
22.64 USD
3 USD
Invalid Date
0 USD
24.7 USD
2.75 USD

VeriSign, dividend payout ratio

In 2025, VeriSign, had a payout ratio of 215.69%. The payout ratio indicates the percentage of the company's profits that VeriSign, distributes as dividends.
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Payout ratio
Details
Date
Payout ratio
Jan 1, 2006
194.09 %
Jan 1, 2007
194.09 %
Jan 1, 2008
194.09 %
Jan 1, 2009
194.09 %
Jan 1, 2010
64.66 %
Jan 1, 2011
323.53 %
Jan 1, 2012
194.09 %
Jan 1, 2013
194.09 %
Jan 1, 2014
237.24 %
Jan 1, 2015
208.47 %
Jan 1, 2016
213.27 %
Jan 1, 2017
219.66 %
Jan 1, 2018
213.8 %
Jan 1, 2019
215.58 %
Jan 1, 2020
216.35 %
Price targets and forecasts for VeriSign, are not yet available.

VeriSign, Earnings Estimates

VeriSign, Earnings Estimates

DateEPS estimateRevenue EstimateQuarterly report
4/23/20262.29USD434.43 MUSD2026 Q1
2/5/20262.33USD432.87 MUSD2025 Q4
4/25/20241.93USD403.73 MUSD2024 Q1
2/7/20241.9USD386.58 MUSD2023 Q4
7/26/20231.81USD386.71 MUSD2023 Q2
4/26/20231.69USD377.48 MUSD2023 Q1
2/8/20231.66USD371.59 MUSD2022 Q4
10/27/20221.57USD361.75 MUSD2022 Q3
7/28/20221.55USD354 MUSD2022 Q2
4/28/20221.48USD347.89 MUSD2022 Q1
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EESG©

Eulerpool ESG Scorecard© for the VeriSign, stock

64/100
37
Environment
87
Social
70
Governance
E

Environment

20
Scope 1 - Direct Emissions
Scope 2 - Indirect emissions from purchased energy
Scope 3 - Indirect emissions within the value chain
Total CO₂ emissions
CO₂ reduction strategy
Coal energy
Nuclear power
Animal experiments
Fur & Leather
Pesticides
Palm Oil
Tobacco
Genetically modified organisms
Climate concept
Sustainable forestry
Recycling regulations
Environmentally friendly packaging
Hazardous substances
Fuel consumption and efficiency
Water consumption and efficiency
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Social

20
Percentage of female employees30
Percentage of women in management
Percentage of Asian employees30.4
Share of Asian management23.35
Percentage of Hispanic/Latino employees3.4
Hispano/Latino Management share3.08
Percentage of Black employees6.92
Black Management Share3.96
Percentage of white employees55.87
White Management Share65.2
Adult content
Alcohol
Weapons
Firearms
Gambling
Military contracts
Human rights concept
Privacy concept
Occupational health and safety
Catholic
G

Governance (Corporate Governance)

4
Environmental reporting
Stakeholder Engagement
Call Back Policies
Antitrust law

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VeriSign, shareholder structure

% Name
12.47944%
The Vanguard Group, Inc.
The Vanguard Group, Inc.
9.80358%
Berkshire Hathaway Inc.
Berkshire Hathaway Inc.
5.89548%
BlackRock Institutional Trust Company, N.A.
BlackRock Institutional Trust Company, N.A.
4.28816%
State Street Investment Management (US)
State Street Investment Management (US)
3.56311%
Renaissance Technologies LLC
Renaissance Technologies LLC
3.37732%
AQR Capital Management, LLC
AQR Capital Management, LLC
2.5374%
Geode Capital Management, L.L.C.
Geode Capital Management, L.L.C.
2.30106%
Ninety One UK Limited
Ninety One UK Limited
1.55682%
Arrowstreet Capital, Limited Partnership
Arrowstreet Capital, Limited Partnership
1.24052%
Invesco Capital Management LLC
Invesco Capital Management LLC
...

VeriSign, Executives and Management Board

DB

Mr. D. Bidzos

(70)

Executive Chairman of the Board, President, Chief Executive Officer · since 1995

Compensation14.06 M USD
DM

Mr. Danny McPherson

(50)

Executive Vice President - Technology, Chief Security Officer

Compensation4.6 M USD
TI

Mr. Thomas Indelicarto

(61)

Executive Vice President, General Counsel, Secretary

Compensation4.59 M USD
JC

Mr. John Calys

Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

Compensation1.37 M USD
TT

Mr. Timothy Tomlinson

(75)

Lead Independent Director

Compensation388,329 USD

VeriSign, Supply Chain

Frequently asked questions about VeriSign,

The business model of Verisign Inc. revolves around providing domain name registry services and internet infrastructure solutions. As one of the leading domain name registrars, Verisign manages the .com and .net domains, ensuring their availability and functionality. With a focus on security and stability, Verisign offers various services including DNS management, distributed denial of service (DDoS) protection, and threat intelligence. By enabling online businesses to establish their digital presence and ensuring the smooth functioning of websites, Verisign plays a vital role in the global internet ecosystem.

All fundamentals and in-depth analysis of VeriSign,

Our stock analysis for VeriSign, Revenue stock includes important financial indicators such as revenue, profit, P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EBIT, as well as information on dividends. We also assess aspects such as stocks, market capitalization, debt, equity, and liabilities of VeriSign, Revenue. If you are looking for more detailed information on these topics, we offer comprehensive analyses on our subpages.