VeriSign Raises 2026 Domain Growth Outlook and Maps .web Launch

VeriSign now projects 6.5% to 7% growth in its .com and .net domain base for 2026, up from a previous range of 5.2% to 6%, and has outlined a staged .web launch. The company set full-year revenue guidance at $1.755 billion to $1.760 billion and operating-income guidance at $1.188 billion to $1.192 billion. Third-quarter revenue rose 5.7% year over year to $443 million, while diluted earnings per share were $2.35. The quarter’s revenue and earnings results received separate coverage. VeriSign plans to begin .web’s required 30-day Sunrise period in mid-December, followed by limited registration in mid-January 2027.

Source: TokenPost