VeriSignVRSN
VRSN
About: VeriSign is the sole authorized registry for several generic top-level domains, including the widely utilized .com and .net top-level domains. The company operates critical internet infrastructure to support the domain name system, including operating two of the world's 13 root servers that are used to route internet traffic. In 2018, the firm sold off its Security Services business, signalling a renewed focus on the core registry business.
Employees: 932
9
Funds holding %
of 7,425 funds
–
Analysts bullish %
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q4 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
75% more first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 110 | Existing positions closed: 63
18% more call options, than puts
Call options by funds: $58.8M | Put options by funds: $50M
14% more funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 7 [Q3] → 8 (+1) [Q4]
8% more capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $16.9B [Q3] → $18.3B (+$1.42B) [Q4]
5% more funds holding
Funds holding: 659 [Q3] → 691 (+32) [Q4]
0.86% more ownership
Funds ownership: 91.17% [Q3] → 92.03% (+0.86%) [Q4]
23% less repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 212 | Existing positions reduced: 275
Research analyst outlook
2 Wall Street Analysts provided 1 year price targets over the past 3 months
Low target
$250
12%
downside
Avg. target
$268
6%
downside
High target
$285
0%
upside
2 analyst ratings
2 positive
100%
0 neutral
0%
0 negative
0%
Baird Robert Oliver 100% 1-year accuracy 3 / 3 met price target | 0%upside $285 | Outperform Maintained | 25 Apr 2025 |
Citigroup Ygal Arounian 31% 1-year accuracy 8 / 26 met price target | 12%downside $250 | Buy Maintained | 4 Feb 2025 |
Financial journalist opinion
Based on 16 articles about VRSN published over the past 30 days
Positive
The Motley Fool
3 days ago
VeriSign Shows Why It's a Buffett Favorite
Warren Buffett is not known for betting big on technology stocks, but one long-term favorite of his has been VeriSign (VRSN 1.25%). Buffett began accumulating shares of the company back in 2012, and it was one of the few stocks he was buying in the fourth quarter of last year.
Neutral
Invezz
4 days ago
Why you should sell this ‘overbought' Warren Buffett stock before it sinks in May
VeriSign Inc (NASDAQ: VRSN) has been in a sharp uptrend this year, having gained about 35% over the past four months – but the stock's chart more recently has started showing signs of near-term exhaustion.
Positive
The Motley Fool
1 week ago
Why VeriSign Stock Soared Friday
VeriSign (VRSN 8.79%) shares took off Friday morning after the company released first-quarter earnings and declared a dividend for the first time. Its solid results also allowed the company to raise revenue guidance for the full year.
Positive
MarketBeat
1 week ago
Tariff-Resilient Tech Stocks: CyberArk & Verisign's Durable Edge
With tariffs dominating the conversations in financial markets recently, looking for stocks that can withstand their effects can be highly valuable. This is true even as President Trump appears to be making a 180 on his tariff talk.
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
1 week ago
VeriSign, Inc. (VRSN) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
VeriSign, Inc. (NASDAQ:VRSN ) Q1 2025 Earnings Conference Call April 24, 2025 4:30 PM ET Company Participants David Atchley - VP, IR & Corporate Treasurer James Bidzos - Executive Chairman, President & CEO George Kilguss - EVP & CFO John Calys - SVP, Global Controller and Chief Accounting Officer Conference Call Participants Ygal Arounian - Citi Rob Oliver - Baird Operator Good day, everyone. Welcome to VeriSign's First Quarter 2025 Earnings Call.
Neutral
Business Wire
1 week ago
DNIB.com Reports Internet Has 368.4 Million Domain Name Registrations at the End of the First Quarter of 2025
RESTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--VeriSign, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRSN), a global provider of critical internet infrastructure and domain name registry services, today announced that, according to the latest Domain Name Industry Brief Quarterly Report from DNIB.com, the first quarter of 2025 closed with 368.4 million domain name registrations across all top-level domains (TLDs), an increase of 4.2 million domain name registrations, or 1.1%, compared to the fourth quarter of 2024. Domain name registrations.
Positive
Reuters
1 week ago
Verisign first-quarter revenue rises on strong demand for domain names
Internet services company Verisign reported a 4.7% rise in first-quarter revenue on Thursday, driven by steady demand for domain registrations as businesses build their online presence.
Neutral
Business Wire
1 week ago
Verisign Reports First Quarter 2025 Results
RESTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--VeriSign, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRSN), a global provider of critical internet infrastructure and domain name registry services, today reported financial results for the first quarter of 2025. VeriSign, Inc. and its subsidiaries (“Verisign”) reported revenue of $402 million for the first quarter of 2025, up 4.7 percent from the same quarter in 2024. Operating income was $271 million for the first quarter of 2025, compared to $259 million for the same quarter of 2024. Verisi.
Neutral
The Motley Fool
1 week ago
Should Investors Follow Buffett Into VeriSign Stock?
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway has long held a position in VeriSign (VRSN 1.05%). The company first began acquiring shares in 2012.
Neutral
The Motley Fool
1 week ago
Should You Buy Warren Buffett's 3 Best-Performing Stocks So Far This Year?
Many investors are anxious these days, with the stock market going topsy-turvy. I doubt Warren Buffett is one of them, though.
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