Welcome to our dedicated page for Verisign news (Ticker: VRSN), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Verisign stock.
VeriSign, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRSN) is described as a global provider of critical internet infrastructure and domain name registry services, and its news flow reflects this specialized role in the Domain Name System (DNS). Company announcements frequently emphasize Verisign’s work in enabling internet navigation for many of the world’s most recognized domain names and supporting the security, stability, and resiliency of the DNS and the internet.
News releases regularly cover quarterly financial results, where Verisign reports revenue, operating income, net income, earnings per share, cash flows, and key balance sheet items. These earnings updates are often accompanied by teleconference and webcast details for investors, including dates, times, and access information for live and archived presentations.
Another recurring theme in Verisign’s news is domain name industry data. Through the Domain Name Industry Brief and DNIB.com, sponsored by Verisign, the company reports on the total number of domain name registrations across all top-level domains, including the combined .com and .net domain name base and country-code TLDs. These updates highlight changes in registrations, new domain name activity, and high-level trends in the domain name base.
Verisign’s disclosures also include capital markets and corporate actions, such as secondary offerings of common stock by selling stockholders affiliated with Berkshire Hathaway Inc., along with details of underwriting agreements and regulatory filings. Board and governance developments, including director appointments and retirements, are reported through both SEC filings and related communications.
Investors and observers who follow VRSN news can use this page to track earnings announcements, domain name industry statistics, capital allocation decisions, secondary offerings by major stockholders, and changes in Verisign’s Board and governance structure. Regular updates provide a view into how the company manages its registry operations, financial performance, and corporate oversight.
VeriSign, a leader in domain name registry services and internet infrastructure, is set to announce its earnings for Q2 2021 on July 22, 2021, at 4:30 p.m. EDT. A news release will precede this at 4:05 p.m. EDT. The call will be accessible via direct dial and a live webcast on the company’s investor relations page. Verisign supports vital internet services, including .com and .net domain registrations, enhancing the security and stability of e-commerce globally.
Verisign (NASDAQ: VRSN) reported a total of 363.5 million domain name registrations by the end of Q1 2021, reflecting a decrease of 2.8 million registrations, or 0.8%, from Q4 2020. Year-over-year, registrations fell by 3.3 million, or 0.9%. However, the .com and .net TLDs showed growth, increasing by 2.8 million registrations, or 1.7% since Q4 2020, with .com alone reaching 154.6 million registrations. New registrations for .com and .net domains rose to 11.6 million, up from 10.0 million in Q1 2020.
VeriSign (NASDAQ: VRSN) reported first quarter 2021 revenue of $324 million, a 3.6% increase from Q1 2020. Net income declined to $150 million with diluted EPS of $1.33, compared to $334 million and $2.86 in the prior year, influenced by a $168 million tax benefit seen in Q1 2020. Operating margin was 65%. Verisign ended the quarter with $1.18 billion in cash and processed 11.6 million new domain registrations, up from 10.0 million last year.
The company also reported 168 million .com and .net registrations.
Verisign (NASDAQ: VRSN) has scheduled its earnings call for Q1 2021 on April 22, 2021, at 4:30 p.m. (EDT). The earnings release will be available at approximately 4:05 p.m. (EDT) that same day. Investors can access the call via a direct dial or listen to a live webcast on the company's website. Verisign continues to play a crucial role in internet infrastructure, maintaining the security and stability of domain name registrations, including .com and .net, which are essential for global e-commerce.
VeriSign (NASDAQ: VRSN) reported a total of 366.3 million domain name registrations by the end of Q4 2020, a decrease of 4.4 million, or 1.2% from Q3 2020. Year-over-year, registrations increased by 4.0 million, or 1.1%. The .com and .net TLDs showed a combined total of 165.2 million registrations, up by 1.5 million, or 0.9% from Q3 2020. New registrations for .com and .net reached 10.5 million, slightly up from 10.3 million in Q4 2019.
VeriSign reported Q4 2020 revenue of $320 million, a 3.1% increase YoY, with net income at $157 million and diluted EPS of $1.38. For the full year, revenue rose 2.7% to $1.27 billion, while net income reached $815 million, resulting in an EPS of $7.07. Operating margins were 63.9% for Q4 and 65.2% for the year. The company recognized $12.4 million in tax benefits in Q4 and $204.2 million for the year, boosting diluted EPS by $1.77. VeriSign ended 2020 with $1.17 billion in cash equivalents and increased .com and .net registrations by 4%.
VeriSign, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRSN) has announced its fourth quarter and full year 2020 earnings call will be held on February 11, 2021, at 4:30 p.m. (EST). The earnings news release will precede the call, available at 4:05 p.m. (EST). Interested parties can join the call by dialing (888) 676-VRSN for U.S. participants or (786) 789-4776 for international callers, using conference ID: Verisign. A live webcast will also be accessible on the company's investor relations website.
VeriSign (NASDAQ: VRSN) reported 370.7 million domain name registrations at the end of Q3 2020, marking a 0.2% increase from Q2 2020. Year-over-year, registrations grew by 10.8 million, or 3.0%. The .com and .net TLDs reached 163.7 million registrations, up 1.0% quarter-over-quarter and 4.0% year-over-year. New registrations for .com and .net totaled 10.9 million in Q3 2020, compared to 9.9 million in Q3 2019. These figures highlight the ongoing demand for domain name services and reflect the company's strong market position.
VeriSign, a leading provider of domain name registry services, reported Q3 2020 revenue of $318 million, reflecting a 3.1% increase from Q3 2019. The company achieved net income of $171 million and diluted EPS of $1.49, up from $154 million and $1.30 respectively in the same period last year. Despite a 65.0% operating margin, a decrease from 66.7% in 2019, significant tax benefits contributed to EPS growth. VeriSign ended the quarter with $1.15 billion in cash and a total of 163.7 million domain registrations. They also repurchased 0.8 million shares for $170 million.
VeriSign (NASDAQ: VRSN) announced its third-quarter earnings call will occur on October 22, 2020, at 4:30 p.m. EDT. The earnings release will be available at 4:05 p.m. EDT the same day on their investor website. This call will be accessible via direct dial and online through a live webcast. VeriSign, a leader in domain name registry services, emphasizes its role in ensuring the security and stability of major internet infrastructure, including the .com and .net domains vital for global e-commerce.
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