VeriSign Inc (VRSN) Dividend History

VeriSign Inc. (VRSN) is a global provider of domain name registry services and internet infrastructure solutions. It is best known for managing the .com and .net top-level domains, ensuring the security, stability, and integrity of the domain name system (DNS). The company also offers security services including digital certificates and authentication solutions, supporting secure online communications and commerce.

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Dividend History

Pay Date Amount Ex Dividend Date Record Date
May 28, 2025 $0.77 05/19/2025 05/19/2025
May 18, 2011 $2.75 05/05/2011 05/09/2011

Dividends Summary

  • VeriSign Inc has issued 2 dividend payments over the past 14 years
  • The most recent dividend was paid 10 days ago, on May 28, 2025
  • The first recorded dividend was paid on May 18, 2011
  • The highest dividend payout was $2.75 per share
  • The average dividend over this 14 year span is $1.76 per share
  • VeriSign Inc has decreased its dividend payments by 72.00% since 2011

Company News

  • U.S. equities posted broad-based gains on Tuesday, driven by a drop in Treasury yields and renewed optimism surrounding trade talks between the U.S. and the European Union. The S&P 500 rose 1.9%, extending May's gains to more than 6%, while technology and small-cap stocks outpaced broader benchmarks.

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  • Warren Buffett bought 13 stocks in the first quarter, with 6 of them being 'indefinite' holdings that he has no plans to sell. These include Coca-Cola, American Express, Occidental Petroleum, and 5 Japanese trading companies. Buffett also bought shares in Sirius XM and VeriSign, which are legal monopolies.

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  • Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway added to positions in Sirius XM and VeriSign, two companies with strong economic moats and recurring revenue. VeriSign has a monopoly on .com and .net domain names, while Sirius XM is the only satellite radio provider. However, Sirius XM faces headwinds from streaming competition and declining auto sales.

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  • VeriSign, the internet registry for .com and .net domain names, saw its stock rise 11.1% in April, outperforming the S&P 500. The company delivered better-than-expected earnings, announced its first-ever dividend, and raised its full-year guidance, leading to the stock's strong performance.

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  • Despite the challenges facing the tech sector, VeriSign, S&P Global, and Netflix are three resilient stocks that are worth considering. These companies have strong business models, stable growth, and are well-insulated from the current macro headwinds.

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Dividend data last updated 06/07/2025 04:16:10 UTC