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VRSN
VeriSign, Inc.
$296
3.01
(1.03%)
| Exchange: | NASDAQ |
| Market Cap: | 26.758B |
| Shares Outstanding: | 82.972M |
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About The Company
| Sector: | Technology | |||||
| Industry: | Software – Infrastructure | |||||
| CEO: | D. James Bidzos | |||||
| Full Time Employees: | 927 | |||||
| Address: |
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| Website: | https://www.verisign.com |
VeriSign, Inc., along with its affiliates, provides fundamental internet infrastructure and domain name registration services, which enable global web navigation across numerous recognized online addresses. The company plays a crucial role in upholding the security, stability, and resilience of internet systems and services. This includes its function as the root zone maintainer, operating two of the thirteen internet root servers globally, and delivering essential registration and authoritative lookup services for the widely used .com and .net domains, which are vital for worldwide online commerce. Beyond these, VeriSign also manages the underlying technical systems for several other top-level domains, such as .cc, .gov, .edu, and .name. Its operational scope further encompasses distributed server management, network infrastructure, cybersecurity, and ensuring data integrity. Established in 1995, VeriSign, Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in Reston, Virginia.
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| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 1,493,100 | 1,557,400 | 1,656,600 |
| Gross Profit | 1,295,800 | 1,366,000 | 1,460,300 |
| EBITDA | 1,095,900 | 1,134,100 | 1,171,500 |
| Operating Income | 1,000,600 | 1,058,200 | 1,121,000 |
| Net Income | 817,600 | 785,700 | 825,700 |
(* All numbers are in thousands)
Balance Sheet
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | 1,749,000 | 1,406,500 | 673,400 |
| Total Liabilities | 3,330,000 | 3,364,400 | 2,147,000 |
| Total Stockholders Equity | -1,581,000 | -1,957,900 | -1,473,600 |
| Total Debt | 1,797,500 | 1,801,500 | 1,788,200 |
| Cash and Cash Equivalents | 240,100 | 206,700 | 307,900 |
(* All numbers are in thousands)
Cash Flow Statement
| Year | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | 853,800 | 902,600 | 1,091,100 |
| Capital Expenditure | -45,800 | -28,100 | -22,800 |
| Free Cash Flow | 808,000 | 874,500 | 1,068,300 |
| Net Income | 817,600 | 785,700 | 825,700 |
| Net Change in Cash | -133,500 | -33,400 | 97,400 |
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Analyst Estimates
| Fiscal Year | 2028 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
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| Estimated Revenue (Low) | 2,050,938.371 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Revenue (High) | 2,121,998.952 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Revenue (Avg) | 2,084,468.811 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (Low) | 1,511,214.191 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (High) | 1,563,574.496 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Ebitda (Avg) | 1,535,920.773 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Net Income (Low) | 1,155,110.006 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Net Income (High) | 1,190,835.086 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated Net Income (Avg) | 1,172,972.546 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (Low) | 284,492.389 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (High) | 294,349.435 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated SGA Expense (Avg) | 289,143.506 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated EPS (Avg) | 12.610 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated EPS (High) | 12.860 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Estimated EPS (Low) | 12.470 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Number of Analysts (Estimated Revenue) | 4 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
| Number of Analysts (Estimated EPS) | 3 | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access | Research Access |
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Strengths (preview)
- Robust Revenue Performance: VRSN has demonstrated consistent revenue growth as reflected in historical income statements, supported by strong gross profit margins (per grossProfitMarginTTM). This indicates a solid business model within the internet infrastructure and domain name registry services, aligning with steady demand in the industry (industryName: Internet Content & Information).
- Strong Cash Flow Generation: High free cash flow yield (freeCashFlowYieldTTM) and positive net cash from operating activities (netCashProvidedByOperatingActivities) highlight VRSN’s ability to generate cash, providing financial flexibility for reinvestment or debt management.
- Market Position and Stability: As a key player in domain name registry services (description from Company Profile), VRSN benefits from a stable market cap (mktCap) and a focused business model, positioning it well within the technology sector (sectorName: Technology).
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| Open: | 293.36 | Previous Close: | 292.99 | |
| Day Low: | 291.44 | Day High: | 298.09 | |
| Year Low: | 208.86 | Year High: | 312.48 | |
| Price Avg 50: | 274.27 | Price Avg 200: | 260.27 | |
| Volume: | 184197 | Average Volume: | 832542 |
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Welcome to MARKETSNAP’s SWOT analysis for VeriSign, a company that might not be a household name for everyone but plays a critical role in the digital world. If you’re a long-term investor looking to dig into a stock with a unique position in the tech space, you’re in the right place. Today, we’re breaking down VeriSign, the company behind internet infrastructure and domain name registry services, and giving you the full picture—strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Let’s dive into what…
