GoDaddy Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 3/6
GoDaddy has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 34.7%, while the IT industry saw earnings growing at 7.4% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 6.7% per year. GoDaddy's return on equity is 366.7%, and it has net margins of 17.3%.
Key information
34.65%
Earnings growth rate
36.82%
EPS growth rate
| IT Industry Growth | 22.43% |
| Revenue growth rate | 6.73% |
| Return on equity | 366.67% |
| Net Margin | 17.32% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Analysis Article • 4h
Statutory Profit Doesn't Reflect How Good GoDaddy's (NYSE:GDDY) Earnings Are
GoDaddy Inc. ( NYSE:GDDY ) just reported healthy earnings but the stock price didn't move much. Investors are probably...Analysis Article • Nov 07
Investors Can Find Comfort In GoDaddy's (NYSE:GDDY) Earnings Quality
GoDaddy Inc.'s ( NYSE:GDDY ) stock was strong despite it releasing a soft earnings report last week. Our analysis...Recent updates
Analysis Article • 4h
Statutory Profit Doesn't Reflect How Good GoDaddy's (NYSE:GDDY) Earnings Are
GoDaddy Inc. ( NYSE:GDDY ) just reported healthy earnings but the stock price didn't move much. Investors are probably...Seeking Alpha • May 01
GoDaddy: Continued Bookings Slowdown Is A Huge Red Flag
Summary GoDaddy Inc. faces structural decline amid AI-driven shifts in web hosting and persistent bookings growth deterioration. GDDY's Q1 results failed to inspire, with the stock down ~25% since January and ~50% over the past year. AI-powered website creation is now the key competitive differentiator, and GDDY's Airo offering has not reversed its market share erosion. I reiterate a Sell rating, citing GDDY's commoditized positioning and lack of credible recovery path in the evolving AI landscape. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Apr 29
GDDY: AI Headwinds To Domains And Web Tools Will Pressure Expectations
Narrative Update GoDaddy's updated analyst price target is $77, with the reset shaped by analysts weighing softer near term bookings guidance, competitive and AI related risks in domains, and mixed 2026 revenue versus margin expectations against the potential of newer AI driven offerings and ongoing efficiency efforts. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on GoDaddy points to a reset in expectations, with a series of lower price targets clustered around the latest Q4 print and 2026 outlook.Narrative Update • Apr 15
GDDY: AI Agent Identity Push Will Test Domain Resilience And AI Competition
Analysts have reset expectations on GoDaddy, with the average price target moving closer to $100 as recent research balances concerns over slowing domain momentum and AI related competitive risks against newer AI driven offerings, higher margin guidance, and ongoing share repurchases. Analyst Commentary Recent research paints a mixed picture, with many bearish analysts resetting expectations lower even as some still see room for GoDaddy to execute on its AI plans and margin targets.
Narrative Update • Mar 31
GDDY: AI Agent Cohorts And Buybacks Will Drive Next Synergy Phase
Analysts have reduced the GoDaddy fair value estimate from $240.00 to about $188.30, reflecting lower price targets clustered around $90 to $210 as they weigh softer revenue growth assumptions, slightly higher discount rates, and recent commentary on competitive pressures, mixed 2026 guidance, and both risks and potential upside from AI driven offerings. Analyst Commentary Recent notes show a wide spread in price targets, but there is a clear group of bullish analysts who still see meaningful upside if GoDaddy executes on product and go to market changes, especially around AI offerings and new customer cohorts.Narrative Update • Mar 17
GDDY: AI Agent Identity Push Will Face Execution And Competitive Tests
Narrative Update Analysts have shifted GoDaddy's implied fair value from $130 to $77, pointing to lower price targets tied to softer bookings trends, more modest revenue growth assumptions, and a reduced future P/E multiple, even as margin expectations edge higher on AI driven efficiencies and product mix. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on GoDaddy clusters around a reset in expectations, with multiple bearish analysts trimming price targets and flagging execution risks around the newer go to market approach and AI related competitive pressures.
Narrative Update • Mar 03
GDDY: AI Agentic Offerings Will Support Margins And Long Term Returns
Narrative Update on GoDaddy Analysts have reset expectations for GoDaddy, with our illustrative fair value moving from about $175.00 to roughly $119.43 as lower Street price targets, tempered revenue growth assumptions, and a reduced future P/E outlook reflect concerns over softer 2026 guidance, bookings trends, and ongoing debate around AI related competitive risks, even as newer AI driven offerings and margin guidance keep longer term potential in focus. Analyst Commentary Street research has shifted sharply lower on GoDaddy's valuation assumptions, with a series of reduced price targets clustering in the US$77 to US$210 range.Narrative Update • Feb 17
GDDY: AI Synergy Phase Will Support Steady Margins And Long Term Returns
Analysts have trimmed their average price target for GoDaddy by $14 to around $130, citing updated discount rate and valuation assumptions, while also highlighting potential for steadier revenue growth and profit margins ahead. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates give you a mixed but useful read on how professionals are thinking about GoDaddy at the new, lower price targets around US$130.Narrative Update • Feb 03
GDDY: AI Agent And Identity Initiatives Will Support Future Margin Efficiency
Narrative Update on GoDaddy Analysts have trimmed their GoDaddy fair value estimate to $130 from $145, citing lower assumed future P/E multiples. They also reference research that points to potential benefits from AI driven revenue opportunities and improving sentiment toward Global Internet stocks into 2026.Narrative Update • Jan 19
GDDY: A&C And Aftermarket Execution Will Support AI Synergy Phase Upside
Narrative Update Analysts have trimmed their GoDaddy price targets. Our fair value estimate has moved from $246.51 to $240.00, reflecting more cautious revenue growth and a higher discount rate, even as margin expectations rise and the assumed future P/E declines.Narrative Update • Jan 05
GDDY: AI And Identity Initiatives Will Support Higher Margin Efficiency
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for GoDaddy up from $134.00 to $145.00, reflecting updated assumptions for slightly higher revenue growth and profit margins. They still acknowledge recent Street price target reductions tied to mixed near term guidance and a desire for clearer visibility on the growth and margin outlook.Narrative Update • Dec 14
GDDY: Mixed Outlook Will Shape Balance Between AI Progress And Earnings Efficiency
Analysts have trimmed their price target on GoDaddy to approximately $134 from $150, citing slightly slower expected revenue growth and a modestly higher discount rate, while also highlighting resilient bookings, solid Q3 beats, and a stronger long term margin profile. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts have recently cut their price targets on GoDaddy, pointing to a combination of mixed near term guidance and reduced confidence in the durability of elevated growth trends.Narrative Update • Nov 28
GDDY: Sustained Business Momentum Will Drive Improved Margins Amid Mixed Guidance
GoDaddy's analyst price target was reduced to $150 from $175, as analysts cited mixed guidance for the upcoming quarter and a need for improved visibility into the company's mid-term growth and margin outlook. This comes despite strong recent results.Narrative Update • Nov 14
GDDY: Solid Fundamentals And Share Buybacks Will Drive Improved Profitability Outlook
Analysts have reduced their price target for GoDaddy from $187.75 to $175.06, citing cautious near-term revenue growth expectations and a desire for increased clarity on the company's mid-term growth and profit margins, even though recent performance has been solid. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst adjustments demonstrate a nuanced view of GoDaddy’s outlook, balancing recognition for recent performance with caution around forward expectations.Analysis Article • Nov 07
Investors Can Find Comfort In GoDaddy's (NYSE:GDDY) Earnings Quality
GoDaddy Inc.'s ( NYSE:GDDY ) stock was strong despite it releasing a soft earnings report last week. Our analysis...Narrative Update • Oct 31
GDDY: Continued AI Expansion Will Drive Future Small Business Opportunities
GoDaddy's analyst price target has been revised downward from $189 to $187.75. This reflects modest adjustments based on analysts' observations of mixed revenue guidance, a slowdown in bookings, and recent quarterly performance.Narrative Update • Oct 17
AI And Digital Integration Will Expand The SMB Market
GoDaddy's analyst price target was reduced slightly to $189.00, a change that analysts attribute to moderated revenue forecasts and recent booking trends. Analyst Commentary Analysts offered a mix of positive and cautious observations on GoDaddy following the latest adjustments to price targets and company results.Narrative Update • Oct 03
AI And Digital Integration Will Expand The SMB Market
GoDaddy's analyst price target has been reduced from approximately $193 to $189 as analysts factor in slightly lower fair value estimates. This adjustment comes amid in-line revenue growth but slower bookings.Narrative Update • Aug 08
AI And Digital Integration Will Expand The SMB Market
GoDaddy’s consensus price target was revised down as a result of a notable decline in its future P/E multiple, lowering its estimated fair value from $212.94 to $201.41. What's in the News Completed repurchase of 841,000 shares (0.59%) for $138.73 million under the announced buyback.Analysis Article • Jul 27
Shareholders Should Be Pleased With GoDaddy Inc.'s (NYSE:GDDY) Price
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 31.3x GoDaddy Inc. ( NYSE:GDDY ) may be sending very bearish signals at...Analysis Article • Jul 12
GoDaddy Inc.'s (NYSE:GDDY) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 68% Above Its Share Price
Key Insights The projected fair value for GoDaddy is US$281 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity GoDaddy's US$168...Analysis Article • Jun 27
The Trend Of High Returns At GoDaddy (NYSE:GDDY) Has Us Very Interested
If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. In a perfect world, we'd like to see...Seeking Alpha • Feb 10
GoDaddy: Overvalued Ahead Of Q4 Earnings As Competitive Edge Falters (Rating Downgrade)
Summary GoDaddy will announce its earnings on February 13th. Analysts expect $1.44 EPS and $1.18 billion in revenue, representing solid year-over-year and quarter-over-quarter growth. Since September, GoDaddy's stock has surged another 39%, driven by successful AI service products and speculation on future growth despite competitive pressures. GoDaddy and Wix have similar valuations and revenue trends, creating a pair-trading opportunity as Wix shows faster sales growth and potentially broader demographic appeal. GoDaddy's growth is threatened by potentially superior AI tools from emerging competitors with lower-cost domains and web hosting. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 01
GoDaddy: More Than Just A Commodity Business
Summary GoDaddy's Hosting and Domain business plays a crucial role in growing its Application and Commerce business. Despite competing in a commodity industry, GoDaddy's core business has a unique competitive advantage that allows it to retain and attract customers. GoDaddy's Application & Commerce segment will be the company's source of growth moving forward. Buying at the current price of $213 per share will put us in a precarious position if the company underperforms the market's expectations. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 30
GoDaddy: A Poor Investment, Overvalued And Outclassed By Its Competitors
Summary GoDaddy Inc.'s valuation is unsustainable, trading at 6.5x EV/FY25 revenue and 30.5x FY25 P/E despite slowing revenue and earnings growth. Bookings growth is decelerating, a key forward indicator of future revenue slowdown, making GoDaddy vulnerable to valuation compression. The web hosting market is highly competitive, with GoDaddy losing market share to rivals like Wix, limiting its pricing power. GoDaddy's AI features are unoriginal and unlikely to drive significant growth; GDDY investors should seek better opportunities elsewhere. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 29
GoDaddy: Unlocking Growth Potential At 18x Forward Free Cash Flow
Summary I’m bullish on GoDaddy because of its strong free cash flow generation, projected to reach $1.6 billion in 2025, making its 18x valuation enticing. I believe GoDaddy’s focus on pricing, bundling, and AI-driven innovations positions it for sustained revenue growth and profitability. I recognize that GoDaddy’s $3.1 billion net debt is a risk, but its operational efficiencies and consistent cash flow mitigate my concerns. I am closely monitoring GoDaddy’s ability to maintain 6-8% annual revenue growth, as this is critical to my investment thesis. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 07
GoDaddy: Clicking Up Profits
Summary I believe GoDaddy is reasonably priced at 13x next year’s free cash flow, reflecting its stable business model. The heavy debt burden will weigh on GoDaddy’s ability to rapidly return capital to shareholders. I see potential for GoDaddy’s AI-powered tools to enhance long-term growth and profitability. Despite intense competition, GoDaddy’s strong brand and diverse offerings provide a solid foundation for future growth. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Sep 21
GoDaddy: Terrible Value For A Commoditized Service With Limited Growth
Summary Initiating GoDaddy at a sell rating, and recommending investors take profits after a sharp YTD rally on this stock. GoDaddy's growth rates are slowing to single digits, and its services are highly commoditized with intense competition from Wix, Squarespace, and Wordpress. Activist investor Starboard Value has also trimmed its position in GoDaddy after pushing for changes late last year. The stock's revenue multiple sits above most of its peers, and is overvalued for such minimal growth prospects. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Sep 07
GoDaddy: Growth At A Reasonable Price, But Website Demand May Slow
Summary GoDaddy's recent stock surge is driven by historical income growth and new AI tools, as it re-prices following chronic undervaluation from 2018 to 2023. The company's strong fundamentals, including rising sales, income, and operating margins, justify its current valuation, though debt levels are a slight concern, attenuated by a lower rate outlook. Future growth depends on continued R&D and macroeconomic trends in e-commerce, with potential risks from a "website glut" and slowing retail sales. GoDaddy's competitive position remains strong, but the stock's upside is limited due to a high-growth outlook and potential excessive expectations from AI hype. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaRevenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How GoDaddy makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 5,024 | 870 | 1,043 | 849 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 4,951 | 875 | 1,053 | 842 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 4,870 | 829 | 1,061 | 831 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 4,752 | 809 | 1,053 | 825 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 4,659 | 755 | 1,052 | 817 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 4,573 | 937 | 1,039 | 814 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 4,481 | 1,852 | 1,015 | 818 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 4,403 | 1,792 | 1,022 | 814 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 4,327 | 1,729 | 1,015 | 828 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 4,254 | 1,375 | 1,031 | 840 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 4,194 | 355 | 1,031 | 842 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 4,157 | 324 | 1,043 | 840 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 4,125 | 331 | 1,051 | 819 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 4,091 | 352 | 1,069 | 794 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 4,071 | 346 | 1,154 | 763 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 4,002 | 344 | 1,156 | 736 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 3,917 | 300 | 1,173 | 710 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 3,816 | 242 | 1,078 | 706 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 3,670 | 226 | 1,099 | 679 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 3,551 | 193 | 1,095 | 648 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 3,426 | -527 | 1,085 | 612 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 3,317 | -495 | 1,089 | 560 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 3,223 | -505 | 1,062 | 537 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 3,139 | -494 | 1,034 | 512 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 3,070 | 167 | 1,029 | 503 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 2,988 | 137 | 1,038 | 493 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 2,904 | 119 | 1,015 | 482 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 2,823 | 56 | 1,019 | 478 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 2,737 | 87 | 979 | 456 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 2,660 | 77 | 949 | 434 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 2,567 | 131 | 903 | 414 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 2,469 | 117 | 860 | 393 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 2,375 | 125 | 845 | 378 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 2,232 | 122 | 809 | 356 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 2,116 | 24 | 788 | 335 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 2,006 | 30 | 755 | 316 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 1,904 | -5 | 720 | 296 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 1,848 | -16 | 692 | 288 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 1,787 | -16 | 662 | 283 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 1,726 | -23 | 644 | 278 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 1,665 | -46 | 653 | 275 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 1,607 | -47 | 640 | 270 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 1,554 | -54 | 633 | 265 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 1,499 | -60 | 615 | 260 |
Quality Earnings: GDDY has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: GDDY's current net profit margins (17.3%) are higher than last year (16.2%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: GDDY has become profitable over the past 5 years, growing earnings by 34.7% per year.
Accelerating Growth: GDDY's earnings growth over the past year (15.3%) is below its 5-year average (34.7% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: GDDY earnings growth over the past year (15.3%) did not outperform the IT industry 37%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: Whilst GDDY's Return on Equity (366.67%) is outstanding, this metric is skewed due to their high level of debt.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/11 17:15 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/11 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
GoDaddy Inc. is covered by 29 analysts. 16 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Vikram Kesavabhotla | Baird |
| Trevor Young | Barclays |
| Mark Zgutowicz | Benchmark Company |