VeriSign (VRSN.US) Price Target and Rating 2026/2027

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Price history for VeriSign (VRSN.US) – stock price at 291.85 $, August 2026
VeriSign stock price – price development 2026. Updated Aug 6, 2026.
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VeriSign Price Target 2026: Analysts See 9% Upside

The average price target for VeriSign is $318.00. This price target represents the analysts' view of the stock price over the next 12 months. The stock may be undervalued, because the price target is higher than the current price. The stock is 8,96% below the target, which can point to potential returns within the next 12 months if the analysts' view proves right. Also consider the stock's valuation ratios such as P/E, P/S and P/B, plus the technical analysis further down the page, for the full picture.

Is VeriSign overvalued or undervalued?

VeriSign is currently fairly valued with a gap of 9% relative to the price target.


The current price is $291.85, which places VeriSign in the fairly valued category. The stock is considered undervalued when the price is below $286.20, and overvalued when the price exceeds $349.80.


The fair value range is defined as ±10% of the price target, because price targets are estimates rather than exact values. For VeriSign, the fair value range lies between $286.20 and $349.80.


See the full price target analysis for VeriSign →

Analyst Ratings for VeriSign stock in 2026: Buy

4 analysts cover VeriSign. The ratings are mixed, with 50% Buy, 25% Hold and 25% Sell. The average price target is $318.00, which gives an upside of 9% from the current price.

Consensus: Buy (3.50/5)
Strong Buy
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Hold
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Strong Sell
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3.50 out of 5 based on 4 analysts

About VeriSign – Software - Infrastructure

vrsn.us driver en essentiel del af internettet. De tjener primært penge på at levere domænenavnsregistrering og infrastruktur, der sikrer, at folk kan navigere online. vrsn.us er især kendt for at håndtere de autoritative registreringstjenester for både .com og .net domænerne, hvilket understøtter en stor del af den globale e-handel. De leverer også vigtige sikkerheds- og stabilitetsfunktioner. For eksempel driver de to af de tretten globale rodservere, som er nødvendige for internettets funktion. Virksomheden blev grundlagt i 1995 og har hovedkvarter i Reston, Virginia. Derudover står vrsn.us for back-end systemer til domæner som .edu og .name. Read more about the company

Key Figures for VeriSign

$ 27,0B Market cap
$ 1,7B Revenue
Software - Infrastructure Industry
32.45 P/E
15.84 P/S
10.82 P/B
USA Listed on exchange

What kind of stock is VeriSign?

Quality stock Momentum stock

VeriSign is classified as a quality stock and momentum stock. This means the stock combines several attractive traits, strong financial health (Piotroski 8/9), and strong price momentum.

Score Overview for VeriSign

💰 Value Score 24/100 (Low)
⭐ Quality Score 99/100 (Very High)
🚀 Momentum Score 79/100 (High)
📊 Total Score 67/100

⚠️ 2 red flags identified 2 critical

Our analysis has identified 2 potential risk factors in VeriSign that investors should be aware of.

🚨 High debt: The debt-to-equity ratio is 1,000% – the company carries considerably more debt than equity, which raises the financial risk.
🚨 Weak balance sheet (elevated risk): Altman Z2 is -19.54 – the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average. This is a risk signal based on the numbers, not a bankruptcy prediction.

📈 Valuation

VeriSign trades at a P/E ratio of 32.5, which is above the market average. The forward P/E is 30.4 (6% lower), which suggests the market expects rising earnings. The P/S ratio is 15.8 (high — the market pays a premium for the revenue). The P/B ratio is 10.8. The PEG ratio is 2.95 — above 2.0 suggests the stock is expensive relative to its growth rate.

💵 Profitability & Growth

VeriSign has a profit margin of 49.8% (excellent) and an operating margin of 68.2%. Return on assets (ROA) is 45.1%. The latest quarterly earnings grew 7.7% year over year.

🏦 Financial Health

The Piotroski score is 8 out of 9 — excellent financial health. Altman Z2 is -19.54 (weak balance sheet — elevated risk). The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E) is 1,000.0% — high debt, which raises the risk.

🚀 Momentum & Short Interest

Short interest is 2.04%.

VeriSign Dividend 2026: 1.1% Dividend Yield

Dividend Key Figures for VeriSign in 2026

Dividend yield
1.06%
Dividend per share
0.81 USD
Payout ratio
34.7%
Healthy
Avg. annual dividend (3 years)
2.31 USD

When does VeriSign pay a dividend in 2026?

Latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend)
August 19, 2026
Next dividend payment
August 27, 2026
Latest payment date
August 27, 2026

How much does VeriSign pay in dividends?

VeriSign pays dividends to its shareholders. The most recently paid dividend was 0.81 USD per share, which corresponds to a dividend yield of 1.06%.

The payout ratio is 34.7%, which is considered healthy and sustainable. The company balances rewarding shareholders with reinvesting in growth.

Historical Dividend Payments for VeriSign

We have registered dividend payments for VeriSign since 2025-05-19. In that period the stock has paid a dividend 34 times, most recently on 2026-08-19. However, the stock does not qualify as a stable or sporadic dividend stock, because the dividend payments have been inconsistent in recent years.

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Insider Trading in VeriSign 2026: The Signal Is mostly negative

In 2026, insiders at VeriSign have made 20 transactions – split into 1 purchases and 19 sales. On a net basis, insiders took 3,024,523 $ out of the stock. Active insiders include Armstrong Courtney D, BIDZOS D JAMES, Indelicarto Thomas C and others. In the short term (last 3 months), the insider signal is mostly negative.

Short-Term Signal (3 months): Mostly negative

Insiders have sold more than they have bought over the last 3 months.

Over the last 3 months: 1 purchases and 19 sales. A net 3,024,523 $ out of the stock.

Long-Term Signal (all transactions): Mostly negative

Insiders have sold considerably more than they have bought. At large companies this can be due to planned sales (10b5-1 plans) and is not necessarily a negative signal.

Across the last 20 transactions: 1 purchases and 19 sales. A net 3,024,523 $ out of the stock.

Latest purchase: Armstrong Courtney D bought 13 shares at 309 $ each on 2026-05-27. The stock has since fallen 5%.

Latest sale: BIDZOS D JAMES sold 1,400 shares at 299 $ each on 2026-08-04.

Who is buying: Armstrong Courtney D.

Who is selling: BIDZOS D JAMES, Indelicarto Thomas C, CALYS JOHN, McPherson Danny R.

Latest Insider Trades in VeriSign (2026)

The table shows the last 20 reported insider transactions in VeriSign. Green rows are purchases, red rows are sales. The data is based on official filings.

Transaction date Name Type Number of shares Price per share ($) Total amount ($)
2026-08-04 BIDZOS D JAMES Sell 1,400 299 419,258
2026-08-03 Indelicarto Thomas C Sell 500 292 146,100
2026-07-28 CALYS JOHN Sell 500 282 140,780
2026-07-28 BIDZOS D JAMES Sell 300 284 85,128
2026-07-21 BIDZOS D JAMES Sell 600 274 164,526
2026-07-20 Indelicarto Thomas C Sell 500 280 140,000
2026-07-14 BIDZOS D JAMES Sell 1,000 270 269,760
2026-07-08 Indelicarto Thomas C Sell 250 269 67,308
2026-07-07 BIDZOS D JAMES Sell 100 269 26,889
2026-07-01 Indelicarto Thomas C Sell 250 256 63,958

Who is buying and selling VeriSign shares in 2026?

The following insiders have bought shares in VeriSign: Armstrong Courtney D. In total, 4,017 $ was bought across 1 transactions. The following insiders have sold shares: BIDZOS D JAMES, Indelicarto Thomas C, CALYS JOHN, McPherson Danny R. In total, 3,028,540 $ was sold across 19 transactions. Insider trades are legal transactions in which executives and board members buy or sell shares of their own company. These transactions are reported to the SEC and are publicly available.

VeriSign Short Selling 2026: 2.0% Sold Short

Moderate short interest: 2.0% of the free float
Short % of free float
2.0%
Assessment
Moderate short interest
Short squeeze risk
Low
Data source
SEC
Updated daily
The stock has a moderate share of short selling. Between 2-5% of the freely traded shares are sold short, which is within the normal range for most stocks.

Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
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When Does VeriSign Report Earnings – Next Date: 10/22/2026

The next earnings report from VeriSign is scheduled for October 22, 2026, after the market closes. This report covers the third quarter (Q3), which ended on September 30, 2026.



Technical Analysis of VeriSign 2026 – Signal: Strong Buy

Overall Technical Signal: Strong Buy

Based on trend analysis (SMA50/SMA200) and MACD trend (positive/negative on a daily + weekly basis). Updated August 6, 2026.

Technical analysis of VeriSign (VRSN.US) – RSI 62, MACD positive (bullish), daily candlestick chart August 2026
VeriSign technical analysis – candlestick chart with RSI and MACD. Updated Aug 6, 2026.

Trend Analysis of VeriSign, Inc

VeriSign, Inc is in a short-term uptrend. The price of $293.41 is 5.4% above the 20-day average ($278.28). Medium term, the picture is positive: the price is 6.4% above the 50-day average ($275.68). Long term, the stock is 14.4% above the 200-day average ($256.49), which confirms a long-term uptrend.

Golden Cross: The 50-day average (275.68) is above the 200-day average (256.49), which is a classic bullish signal for VeriSign, Inc.

Is VeriSign, Inc overbought or oversold?

VeriSign, Inc has an RSI of 61.6. The stock shows positive momentum in the upper part of the neutral zone. Combined with the positive trend, this supports the bullish picture.

MACD Analysis for VeriSign, Inc

Daily MACD: MACD is positive (6.774), which means the short-term trend is bullish (the 12-day EMA is above the 26-day EMA). MACD is above the signal line (3.926) by 2.848, which confirms rising momentum in the uptrend.

Weekly MACD: MACD5 is positive (6.686), which indicates a broader bullish long-term trend. MACD5 is above the signal line (6.292) by 0.394, which confirms rising long-term momentum.

Overall MACD assessment: Both the daily and weekly MACD are positive and above their signal lines. Trend and momentum confirm each other across time horizons – the strongest bullish signal.

Risk Profile for VeriSign, Inc

VeriSign, Inc has an annual standard deviation of 28.2%, which classifies the stock as moderately low risk. There is some volatility, but the price is relatively stable.

Overall Technical Conclusion for VeriSign, Inc

Trend: Positive. The price trades above SMA50 and SMA200.

MACD trend (zero line): Daily bullish (6.774). Weekly bullish (6.686).

MACD momentum (signal): Daily rising. Weekly rising.

RSI: 61.6 – neutral.

Technical signal: Strong Buy

The price is in an uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200) and MACD is positive on both a daily and weekly basis. Trend and MACD trend confirm each other – the strongest technical buy signal.

Frequently Asked Questions About VeriSign stock in 2026

Should you buy VeriSign stock now?
Yes, the technical signal for VeriSign is currently BUY. VeriSign trades at $291.85 as of 8/6/2026. The overall technical signal is: Strong Buy. The technical analysis shows the following: MACD is positive (bullish trend) at 6.774 with rising momentum (signal: 3.926); RSI is at 61.6 (neutral zone); the stock is in a short-term uptrend (price above the 20-day average); the analyst price target of $318.00 points to 9.0% upside. The stock is in a broader uptrend (above SMA50/SMA200). This is a technical observation based on current data, not investment advice.
What is the price target for VeriSign stock?
The average analyst price target for VeriSign is $318.00. The current price is $291.85, which gives an upside of 9.0%. Based on this, the stock is considered fairly valued. The fair value range (±10% of the price target) is between $286.20 and $349.80.
Is VeriSign a dividend stock?
Yes, VeriSign is a dividend stock with a dividend yield of 1.06%. The latest dividend was $0.81 per share. The latest ex-dividend date (traded without the dividend) was 8/19/2026. The payout ratio is 34.7%, which is considered sustainable. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 8/27/2026.
When does VeriSign pay a dividend in 2026?
VeriSign pays its next dividend on 8/27/2026. The latest dividend was $0.81 per share with an ex-dividend date of 8/19/2026. The dividend yield is 1.06%. The payout ratio of 34.7% points to a sustainable dividend with room to grow.
What is the risk of VeriSign stock?
VeriSign is rated as a stock with moderately low risk. the annual standard deviation is 28.2%, which classifies the stock as moderately low risk.
Is VeriSign overvalued?
VeriSign is considered fairly valued – the price is close to the analyst price target. VeriSign has the following valuation ratios: a P/E ratio of 32.5 (highly valued), a P/S ratio of 15.8, a P/B ratio of 10.8. The stock trades close to the analyst price target and is considered fairly valued.
Is VeriSign overbought?
No, VeriSign is not overbought. RSI is at 61.6 (neutral zone). The technical indicators show: RSI is at 61.6 (upper neutral zone), which shows positive momentum but is not yet overbought. In addition, the price is 4.9% above the 20-day average (short-term uptrend). In addition, MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish).
When is the next VeriSign earnings report?
VeriSign reports its next earnings on October 22, 2026. The stock currently trades at $291.85. With a P/E ratio of 32.5, the market will be watching closely whether earnings meet expectations.
Is VeriSign shorted?
Yes, VeriSign is shorted with 2.0% of the free float sold short. This is a moderate level of short selling, within the normal range for most stocks. Data is updated daily based on official filings with the SEC.
Are insiders buying VeriSign stock?
No, insiders are not buying VeriSign shares – they are net sellers. Over the last 3 months, insiders have made 1 purchases and 19 sales. On a net basis, 3,024,523 $ worth of shares were sold. Across the last 20 reported transactions, the split is 1 purchases and 19 sales, with a net 3,024,523 $ sold. Active sellers include BIDZOS D JAMES, Indelicarto Thomas C, CALYS JOHN and others. Insider selling can have several explanations (e.g. planned 10b5-1 sales, portfolio diversification or taxes), but sustained selling by several insiders is worth watching closely.
Is VeriSign a good stock?
Based on our total score, VeriSign is rated as a good stock with a total score of 67 out of 100. The stock scores above average on value, quality and momentum – it is among the top 33% in our database. The score is made up of Value: 24/100, Quality: 99/100, Momentum: 79/100. In addition: a dividend of 1.06%; technical signal: Strong Buy. Whether VeriSign is a good investment depends on your time horizon, risk profile and portfolio. This is a data-driven observation, not investment advice.
What is the outlook for VeriSign stock?
The outlook for VeriSign based on current data: the average analyst price target is $318.00 (+9.0%); the stock is in an uptrend (above SMA50 and SMA200); the next earnings report is due on 10/22/2026, which can move the price; the P/E ratio is 32.5 (high – the market expects growth). Keep in mind that stock prices are affected by many factors, including earnings reports, the economy and market sentiment. Past returns are no guarantee of future returns.
Why is VeriSign stock rising?
VeriSign is rising right now. The technical indicators show: the price is 4.9% above the 20-day average; MACD is positive with rising momentum (bullish signal); insiders have mostly been selling the stock recently. For the latest context, see our technical analysis, insider section and news overview above.
How high can VeriSign go?
The average analyst price target for VeriSign is $318.00, which corresponds to a potential gain of 9.0% from the current price of $291.85. Keep in mind that price targets are estimates, not guarantees. Actual price moves depend on earnings, market conditions and unexpected events.
How low can VeriSign fall?
We lack enough history to give a specific floor for VeriSign. Remember: past price swings are no guarantee for the future — a stock can fall further than the last 52 weeks suggest, especially on profit warnings, sector crises or a market crash. Use stop-loss orders and spread your portfolio to limit losses in single stocks.
What does VeriSign do?
vrsn.us driver en essentiel del af internettet. De tjener primært penge på at levere domænenavnsregistrering og infrastruktur, der sikrer, at folk kan navigere online. vrsn.us er især kendt for at håndtere de autoritative registreringstjenester for både .com og .net domænerne,... The company belongs to the Teknologi sector, more specifically the Software - Infrastructure industry, is headquartered in USA, and is traded on the USA Stocks. See the key figures, earnings history and price development above to evaluate VeriSign as an investment.
Did VeriSign raise or lower its guidance?
Over the last 60 days we have not registered a guidance raise or cut from VeriSign. The company can still adjust its guidance at quarterly reports or between reports — see the earnings history and the news overview above.
Is VeriSign making money or losing money?
Yes, VeriSign is making money, not losing it. The company has a profit margin (the share of revenue left over as profit) of 49.8% — which is excellent. The operating margin (profit before interest and taxes) is 68.2%. At a P/E ratio of 32.5, you currently pay 32.5 dollars for every dollar of the company's annual earnings. A consistently profitable company is usually more resilient than growth stocks that are not yet making money.
Can VeriSign go bankrupt?
The bankruptcy risk of VeriSign is rated as elevated. Altman Z2 (a model for assessing financial distress) is -19.54 — that places the company in the weak zone. This is a probability based on the numbers, not a verdict — bankruptcy is not imminent. But the balance sheet is measurably weaker than average, so watch the debt, liquidity and possible capital raises. The Piotroski score (financial health 0-9, higher is better) is 8 — which is strong. Debt relative to equity is 1,000% (high). Remember: models like Altman Z2 are statistical — unexpected shocks (fraud, a sector collapse, lawsuits) can always happen. Spread your portfolio.
Does VeriSign have a lot of debt?
Yes, VeriSign has elevated debt relative to equity. The debt-to-equity ratio (D/E — interest-bearing debt to equity) is 1,000%. For the teknologi sector, anything above 150% counts as elevated — that raises the financial risk, especially if interest rates rise or earnings fall. Note: D/E levels are highly sector-specific — a bank at 300% debt is normal, a tech stock at 300% is extremely leveraged. Always compare with similar companies in the same sector. Can VeriSign service its debt? Can service its debt without problems — the interest coverage ratio (how many times earnings can cover interest payments) is 15.4x, and net debt equals 1.3 years of earnings (EBITDA).