VRSN monthly performance report
Explore VRSN's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
VRSN monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Verisign (VRSN) closed September 2026 at $303.12, up 5.15% for the month and +6.03% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, VRSN is +24.77%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.70% YTD.
- The stock is trading +15.30% versus its 200-day moving average ($262.89), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, VRSN has underperformed the S&P 500 by −19.92%, with a relative strength index reading of 88.4.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 53.8% — 21 positive months versus 18 negative months.
Verisign ended September 2026 at $303.12, posting a monthly return of +5.15%. The S&P 500 returned −0.70% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +5.85%.
The current quarter stands at +20.50% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +15.30% versus the 200-day moving average ($262.89).
Year-to-date, VRSN is +24.77% against SPY +11.70%, a gap of +13.07%. The stock is currently −3.00% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −30.88%.
| Period | VRSN | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +0.35% | −0.12% | +0.47% |
| 1 Week | +3.56% | −0.34% | +3.90% |
| 1 Month | +5.15% | −0.70% | +5.85% |
| 3 Months | +10.68% | +2.80% | +7.88% |
| 6 Months | +27.04% | +13.85% | +13.19% |
| YTD | +24.77% | +11.70% | +13.07% |
| 12 Months | +6.03% | +15.01% | −8.98% |
| 3 Years | +51.77% | +71.69% | −19.92% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jul 2026 | +15.29% |
| #2 | Apr 2025 | +11.13% |
| #3 | Feb 2025 | +10.64% |
| #4 | Dec 2024 | +10.57% |
| #5 | Mar 2026 | +8.96% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Oct 2025 | −14.23% |
| #2 | Jun 2026 | −11.85% |
| #3 | Apr 2024 | −10.57% |
| #4 | Oct 2024 | −6.91% |
| #5 | Jul 2025 | −6.90% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +13.76% |
| Q3 2025 | −3.20% |
| Q4 2025 | −13.10% |
| Q1 2026 | +2.23% |
| Q2 2026 | +1.29% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | +20.50% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +0.25% |
| 2024 | +0.49% |
| 2025 | +17.39% |
| 2026 | +24.77% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $312.48 (2026-05-22) |
| 52-Week Low | $208.86 (2026-02-06) |
| Current Price | $303.12 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $262.89 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +15.30% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −30.88% (2026-02-23) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −3.00% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 88.4 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −19.92% |
| RS Peak | 113.8 (May 2025) |
| RS Trough | 67.1 (Nov 2024) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was VRSN's return for this report period?
VRSN returned +5.15% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-18.
Has VRSN outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD VRSN: +24.77% vs SPY: +11.70%.
What is VRSN's 12-month return?
+6.03% over the trailing 12 months.
Is VRSN above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +15.30% versus 200DMA ($262.89).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−30.88% on 2026-02-23.