Verisign (VRSN)
Runs domain registries and critical DNS infrastructure behind internet navigation.
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Operates the authoritative registries for .com, .net, .name, and .cc, earning fees when registrars register or renew domains. Also provides Root Zone Maintainer and .edu back-end services, with core pricing and operating terms governed by ICANN and a U.S. Department of Commerce cooperative agreement.
Operates the authoritative registries for .com, .net, .name, and .cc domains, plus internationalized versions of .com and .net. Revenue comes mainly from fees registrars pay for registrations and renewals; the same infrastructure also supports the technical back end for .edu.
Runs a globally distributed DNS network, Root Zone Maintainer services, and two of the internet's root servers. Continuous monitoring, redundant data centers, failover, and integrity checks support registration and resolution services, while a significant share of revenue comes from customers outside the United States.
Operates as one reportable segment and depends on ICANN registry agreements for .com, .net, and .name, a U.S. Department of Commerce cooperative agreement for .com, and separate contracts for .cc and .edu. Core registry terms govern pricing, service levels, distribution, and renewal rights.
Company facts
Target rangeAs of Sep 21, 2026
Latest analyst notes
| Date | Firm | Action | Prior | Current |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | Wedbush | Reiterate | Rating: —Target: $324 | Target: $341 |
| Jul 24, 2026 | Wedbush | Reiterate | Rating: —Target: — | Target: $324 |
| Apr 24, 2026 | Robert W. Baird | Target | Target: $325 | Target: $355 |
| Oct 24, 2025 | Robert W. Baird | Target | Target: $250 | Target: $325 |
| Dec 9, 2024 | Baird | Upgrade |
EPSReportedEstimate
RevenueReportedEstimate
Balance sheet, Jun 30, 2026Cash & short-term investments $1.03B · Total debt $2.34B · Total assets $1.80B · Shareholders' equity −$2.25B
- Revenue
- $434.6M
- Operating income
- $296.3M
- Net income
- $216.5M
HistoryDividendAnnual yield
| Institutions | 96.77% | 88.06M shares | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 907 holders · as of Jun 30, 2026 | |||
| Insiders | 0.76% | 693.6K shares | |
| 12 holders · as of Sep 16, 2026 | |||
| Other | 2.47% | 2.25M shares | |
| remainder | |||
91.00M company shares as of Sep 22, 2026 · institutions as of Jun 30, 2026 · holders as of their latest filing
Top shareholders13F · 13D/G · Form 4
| Holder | Stake | Shares | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
Berkshire Hathaway IncInstitution | 9.88% | 8.99M | as of Jun 30, 2026 |
BlackRock, Inc.Institution | 9.24% | 8.41M | as of Jun 30, 2026 |
Ninety One PlcInstitution | 6.20% | 5.64M | filed Feb 13, 2024 |
Vanguard Capital Management LLCInstitution | 5.88% | 5.35M | as of Jun 30, 2026 |
Vanguard Portfolio Management LLCInstitution | 5.58% | 5.08M | as of Jun 30, 2026 |
Insider tradesForm 4
| Date | Insider | Role | Shares | Avg price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2026 | D. James Bidzos | director, officer: Exec. Chairman, Pres, & CEO | −3,300 | $296.58 |
| Sep 8, 2026 | D. James Bidzos | director, officer: Exec. Chairman, Pres, & CEO | −3,300 | $284.40 |
| Sep 8, 2026 | Thomas C. Indelicarto | officer: EVP, Gen Counsel & Secretary | −500 | $289.16 |
| Sep 1, 2026 | D. James Bidzos | director, officer: Exec. Chairman, Pres, & CEO | −3,300 | $291.09 |
| Sep 1, 2026 | Thomas C. Indelicarto | officer: EVP, Gen Counsel & Secretary | −500 | $290.78 |
