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GoDaddy (GDDY - Free Report) is expected to deliver a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended September 2026. This widely-known consensus outlook gives a good sense of the company's earnings picture, but how the actual results compare to these estimates is a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price.

The stock might move higher if these key numbers top expectations in the upcoming earnings report, which is expected to be released on October 29. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.

While the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call, it's worth handicapping the probability of a positive EPS surprise.

Zacks Consensus EstimateThis cloud-based technology products developer is expected to post quarterly earnings of $1.81 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +19.9%.

Revenues are expected to be $1.33 billion, up 4.9% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 0.17% higher over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.

Investors should keep in mind that an aggregate change may not always reflect the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts.

Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. This insight is at the core of our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction).

The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.

Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.

A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.

Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).

How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for GoDaddy?For GoDaddy, the Most Accurate Estimate is higher than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bullish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of +4.23%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #3.

So, this combination indicates that GoDaddy will most likely beat the consensus EPS estimate.

Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?While calculating estimates for a company's future earnings, analysts often consider to what extent it has been able to match past consensus estimates. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.

For the last reported quarter, it was expected that GoDaddy would post earnings of $1.72 per share when it actually produced earnings of $1.83, delivering a surprise of +6.40%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates four times.

Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.

That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.

GoDaddy appears a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.

Stay on top of upcoming earnings announcements with the Zacks Earnings Calendar.

NEW YORK, Oct. 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against GoDaddy Inc. (NYSE:GDDY) and certain of the company’s senior executives for securities fraud after its significant stock drop resulting from potential violations of the federal securities laws.

If you invested in GoDaddy, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/godaddy-class-action-lawsuit.

Key Details of the GoDaddy ($GDDY) Class Action:

Lead Plaintiff Deadline: October 26, 2026Alleged Misconduct: Securities fraud alleging GoDaddy misrepresented its customer acquisition and go-to-market strategyStock Drop: February 25, 2026 – 14.28% Stock DropCourt: U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New YorkAction: Contact BFA Law to discuss your rights
Investors have until October 26, 2026 to ask the Court to be appointed to lead the case. The complaint asserts securities fraud claims under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 on behalf of investors in GoDaddy common stock. The class action is pending in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. It is captioned Johnson v. GoDaddy Inc. et al., No. 26-cv-7144.

Why is GoDaddy Being Sued for Securities Fraud?

GoDaddy is an internet domain registry, domain registrar, and web hosting company that primarily serves small businesses, entrepreneurs, and other customers seeking tools to build and manage an online presence.

According to the complaint, GoDaddy repeatedly told investors that its strategy was focused on attracting “high-intent” customers who were likely to buy more products and spend more money, while allegedly failing to disclose that it had introduced a heavily discounted $4.99 promotional offer for one-year dotcom domain contracts.

As alleged, the promotion contradicted GoDaddy’s public messaging that it had turned off front-end discounting and was not pursuing customer growth for its own sake. The complaint alleges that the promotion encouraged shorter-term, lower-value contracts, reduced upfront bookings, and rendered GoDaddy’s statements about demand, average order size, and bookings growth misleading.

Why did GoDaddy’s Stock Drop?

On February 24, 2026, after the market closed, GoDaddy disclosed that total bookings growth sharply decelerated to 5% in Q4 2025, down from 9% the prior quarter and below analyst expectations. GoDaddy also disclosed that it had expanded its go-to-market approach and introduced a promotional price for dotcom domains with a one-year term. The Company stated that the offer increased new customer volume but that the shift in term mix and promotional pricing reduced upfront bookings and near-term revenue.

On this news, GoDaddy’s stock dropped $13.18 per share, or 14.28%, from a closing price of $92.30 per share on February 24, 2026, to $79.12 per share on February 25, 2026.

Click here for more information: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/godaddy-class-action-lawsuit.

What Can You Do?

If you invested in GoDaddy, you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm.

All representation is on a contingency fee basis; there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of litigation. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses.

Submit your information by visiting:

https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/godaddy-class-action-lawsuit

Or contact:
Adam McCall
[email protected]
212.789.3619

Why Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP?

BFA is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. It has been named a top plaintiff law firm by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and ISS SCAS, and its attorneys have been named “Elite Trial Lawyers” by the National Law Journal, “Litigation Stars” by Benchmark Litigation, among the top “500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers” by Lawdragon, “Titans of the Plaintiffs’ Bar” by Law360, and “SuperLawyers” by Thomson Reuters.

Most recently, The Legal 500 awarded BFA the most client satisfaction accolades of any plaintiff’s securities litigation law firm, with clients noting: “[t]here is no better service provider in the practice area,” “[t]he interest of the client is always front and center,” and “[t]here isn’t a better firm in this space.”  One testimonial described the firm as “nimble and entrepreneurial,” with a “relentless focus on adding value for clients.”

BFA’s notable successes include a recovery of over $900 million in value from Tesla, Inc.'s Board of Directors, as well as $420 million from Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.

For more information about BFA and its attorneys, please visit https://www.bfalaw.com.

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NEW YORK, Oct. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against GoDaddy Inc. (“GoDaddy” or the “Company”) (NYSE: GDDY).   Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext. 7980. Those who inquire by e-mail are encouraged to include their mailing address, telephone number, and the number of shares purchased.

The class action concerns whether GoDaddy and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.

You have until October 20, 2026, to ask the Court to appoint you as Lead Plaintiff for the class if you purchased or otherwise acquired GoDaddy securities during the Class Period. A copy of the Complaint can be obtained at www.pomerantzlaw.com.        

[Click here for information about joining the class action]

On February 24, 2026, GoDaddy reported its fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results.  In a press release, the Company disclosed that total bookings growth had sharply decelerated to 5% during the fourth quarter of 2025, down from 9% the previous quarter and missing analyst estimates of 7%.  During the associated earnings call with analysts and investors, Chief Executive Officer Aman Bhutani mentioned for the first time to investors that the Company had “expanded [its] go-to-market approach with a streamlined purchase experience for new domain customers.”  Bhutani further revealed that the Company “introduced a promotional price for dotcom domains with a one-year term” which resulted in reduced upfront bookings.  On that same call, Chief Financial Officer Mark McCaffrey admitted that the annual terms of the heavily adopted one-year promotional contracts impacted the Company’s bookings.  Specifically, McCaffrey admitted that there was “a reduction in our average order size of initiation related to the discount,” noting that the Company believed the heavy adoption of the lower-cost, one-year promotional contracts would have a “major impact” at the end of 2025 going into the first quarter of 2026. 

On this news, GoDaddy’s stock price fell $13.18 per share, or 14.28%, to close at $79.12 per share on February 25, 2026.

Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, London, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com.

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646-581-9980 ext. 7980

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LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP (“SBS”), a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against GoDaddy Inc. (“GoDaddy” or “the Company”) (NYSE: GDDY) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Shareholders who purchased shares of GDDY during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointments. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.

CLASS PERIOD: September 3, 2025 to February 24, 2026

DEADLINE: October 20, 2026

If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate.

CASE DETAILS: According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. GoDaddy misled investors about its customer strategy. Despite claiming to focus on growth, the Company’s strategy emphasized short-term contracts. The Company’s bookings growth sharply decelerated based on this strategy. Based on these facts, the Company’s public statements were false and materially misleading throughout the class period. When the market learned the truth about GoDaddy, investors suffered damages.

We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall or David Schwartz of Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge. You can also reach us through the firm's website at www.schallfirm.com, or by email at [email protected].

The class, in this case, has not yet been certified, and until certification occurs, you are not represented by an attorney. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member.

Join the case to recover your losses

WHY SBS? Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP represents investors around the world and specializes in securities class action lawsuits and shareholder rights litigation. Bringing together the extensive experience and diverse skillsets of founding partners Brian Schall, Andrew Brown, and David Schwartz, SBS is dedicated to aggressively advocating for every investor.

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NEW YORK, Oct. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized investor-rights law firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against GoDaddy Inc. (NYSE: GDDY) and certain of its officers.

This lawsuit seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired GoDaddy securities between September 3, 2025 and February 24, 2026, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”). Such investors are encouraged to join this case by visiting the firm’s site: bgandg.com/cases/godaddy-inc-gddy-class_action_lawsuit.

GoDaddy Case Details

The Complaint alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that:(1)contrary to Defendants' representations, GoDaddy's customer strategy did not prioritize sustainable growth, but instead emphasized short-term contracts;(2)as a result of this strategy, the Company's bookings growth had materially decelerated;(3)Defendants' public statements regarding GoDaddy's customer strategy and growth trajectory lacked a reasonable basis in fact; and(4)as a result of the above, Defendants had materially misrepresented the Company's business, prospects, and expected financial results.
What's Next for GoDaddy Investors?

A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to review a copy of the Complaint, you can visit the firm’s site: bgandg.com/cases/godaddy-inc-gddy-class_action_lawsuit. or you may contact Peretz Bronstein, Esq. or his Client Relations Manager, Nathan Miller, of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC at 917-590-0911. If you suffered a loss in GoDaddy you have until October 20, 2026, to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as lead plaintiff.

No Cost to GoDaddy Investors

We, Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC, represent investors in class actions on a contingency fee basis. That means we will ask the court to reimburse us for out-of-pocket expenses and attorneys’ fees, usually a percentage of the total recovery, only if we are successful.

Why Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC for GoDaddy Securities Class Action?

Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is a nationally recognized firm that represents investors in securities fraud class actions and shareholder derivative suits. Our firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors nationwide. More at www.bgandg.com

"Our practice centers on restoring investor capital and ensuring corporate accountability, which serves to uphold the essential integrity of the marketplace," said Peretz Bronstein, Founding Partner of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC.

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Peretz Bronstein, Esq. or Nathan Miller
Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC
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GoDaddy has been sued for securities fraud after its stock plummeted 14.28% because GoDaddy allegedly misrepresented its customer acquisition and go-to-market strategy.

, /PRNewswire/ -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against GoDaddy Inc. (NYSE: GDDY) and certain of the company's senior executives for securities fraud after its significant stock drop resulting from potential violations of the federal securities laws.

If you invested in GoDaddy, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/godaddy-class-action-lawsuit.

Key Details of the GoDaddy ($GDDY) Class Action:

Lead Plaintiff Deadline: October 26, 2026 Alleged Misconduct: Securities fraud alleging GoDaddy misrepresented its customer acquisition and go-to-market strategy  Stock Drop: February 25, 2026 – 14.28% Stock Drop Court: U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York Action: Contact BFA Law to discuss your rights Investors have until October 26, 2026 to ask the Court to be appointed to lead the case. The complaint asserts securities fraud claims under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 on behalf of investors in GoDaddy common stock. The class action is pending in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. It is captioned Johnson v. GoDaddy Inc. et al., No. 26-cv-7144.

Why is GoDaddy Being Sued for Securities Fraud?

GoDaddy is an internet domain registry, domain registrar, and web hosting company that primarily serves small businesses, entrepreneurs, and other customers seeking tools to build and manage an online presence.

According to the complaint, GoDaddy repeatedly told investors that its strategy was focused on attracting "high-intent" customers who were likely to buy more products and spend more money, while allegedly failing to disclose that it had introduced a heavily discounted $4.99 promotional offer for one-year dotcom domain contracts.

As alleged, the promotion contradicted GoDaddy's public messaging that it had turned off front-end discounting and was not pursuing customer growth for its own sake. The complaint alleges that the promotion encouraged shorter-term, lower-value contracts, reduced upfront bookings, and rendered GoDaddy's statements about demand, average order size, and bookings growth misleading.

Why did GoDaddy's Stock Drop?

On February 24, 2026, after the market closed, GoDaddy disclosed that total bookings growth sharply decelerated to 5% in Q4 2025, down from 9% the prior quarter and below analyst expectations. GoDaddy also disclosed that it had expanded its go-to-market approach and introduced a promotional price for dotcom domains with a one-year term. The Company stated that the offer increased new customer volume but that the shift in term mix and promotional pricing reduced upfront bookings and near-term revenue.

On this news, GoDaddy's stock dropped $13.18 per share, or 14.28%, from a closing price of $92.30 per share on February 24, 2026, to $79.12 per share on February 25, 2026.

Click here for more information: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/godaddy-class-action-lawsuit.

What Can You Do?

If you invested in GoDaddy, you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm.

All representation is on a contingency fee basis; there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of litigation. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses.

Submit your information by visiting:

https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/godaddy-class-action-lawsuit

Why Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP?

BFA is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. It has been named a top plaintiff law firm by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and ISS SCAS, and its attorneys have been named "Elite Trial Lawyers" by the National Law Journal, "Litigation Stars" by Benchmark Litigation, among the top "500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers" by Lawdragon, "Titans of the Plaintiffs' Bar" by Law360, and "SuperLawyers" by Thomson Reuters.

Most recently, The Legal 500 awarded BFA the most client satisfaction accolades of any plaintiff's securities litigation law firm, with clients noting: "[t]here is no better service provider in the practice area," "[t]he interest of the client is always front and center," and "[t]here isn't a better firm in this space."  One testimonial described the firm as "nimble and entrepreneurial," with a "relentless focus on adding value for clients."

BFA's notable successes include a recovery of over $900 million in value from Tesla, Inc.'s Board of Directors, as well as $420 million from Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.

For more information about BFA and its attorneys, please visit https://www.bfalaw.com.

https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/godaddy-class-action-lawsuit 

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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Investors in GoDaddy Inc. ("GoDaddy" or the "Company") (NYSE: GDDY) have until October 20, 2026 to ask the Court to appoint them lead plaintiff in a securities fraud class action lawsuit filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired GoDaddy Inc. securities between September 3, 2025 and February 24, 2026, inclusive. Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP ("Glancy") today reminded investors of the upcoming deadline. The GoDaddy Inc. case, Johnson v. GoDaddy Inc., et al., was filed on August 21, 2026 and is pending in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York (Case No. 1:26-cv-07144).

Investors who suffered losses on GoDaddy Inc. investments can contact Glancy about the GoDaddy Inc. class action to learn about potentially pursuing claims under the federal securities laws before the October 20, 2026 deadline.

Deadline and key dates for GoDaddy Inc. investors

Lead plaintiff deadline: October 20, 2026Class period: September 3, 2025 to February 24, 2026, inclusiveComplaint filed: August 21, 2026Court: U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York What happened?

On February 24, 2026, GoDaddy released its fourth quarter 2025 financial results, disclosing it had introduced a promotional price for .com domains with a 1-year term, and that the shift in term mix combined with the promotional price reduced upfront bookings and near-term revenue. The Company provided 2026 revenue guidance of $5.195-$5.275 billion and stated it anticipated a modest impact on reported revenue growth rates for the year in both its Core Platform and Applications & Commerce segments.

On this news, GoDaddy's stock price fell $13.16, or 14.26%, to close at $79.14 per share on February 25, 2026, thereby injuring investors.

What does the GoDaddy Inc. complaint allege?

The GoDaddy Inc. securities lawsuit alleges that, throughout the class period, defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements and failed to disclose material adverse facts about GoDaddy Inc.'s business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, the complaint alleges defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) the Company’s strategy of focusing on high-intent customers was not working; (2) the Company had implemented a promotional discount for dotcom domains that were likely to and did result in shorter term contracts with smaller valuations; (3) the Company’s institution of a promotional discount on one-year dotcom contracts with shorter terms was already having a material, negative impact on total bookings growth for the fourth quarter of 2025, and in turn the full year 2025; and (4) as a result, defendants' positive statements about GoDaddy Inc.'s business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis at all relevant times.

Investors who purchased or otherwise acquired GoDaddy Inc. securities during the class period may move the Court no later than October 20, 2026 to request appointment as lead plaintiff in this putative class action lawsuit.

"The complaint filed against GoDaddy Inc. alleges that, among other things, the Company failed to disclose that the Company’s strategy of focusing on high-intent customers was not working. Investors who want to help lead this case must ask the Court by October 20, 2026, and that date is coming soon," said Charles H. Linehan, Partner at Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP.

What's the next step?

Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP is a leading national shareholder rights law firm that can help GoDaddy Inc. investors evaluate potential claims to recover their losses. Investors who wish to serve as lead plaintiff in the GoDaddy Inc. class action must move the Court by October 20, 2026. To learn more, visit the GoDaddy Inc. case page, email [email protected], or call 310-201-9150 (toll-free: 888-773-9224).

If you inquire by email, please include your mailing address, telephone number, and number of shares purchased.

To be a member of the GoDaddy Inc. class, you need not take any action at this time. You may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent class member. No class has been certified yet in the GoDaddy Inc. case.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible? Investors who purchased or otherwise acquired GoDaddy Inc. securities between September 3, 2025 and February 24, 2026 and suffered losses may be members of the proposed class in the GoDaddy Inc. shareholder lawsuit.

When is the GoDaddy Inc. lead plaintiff deadline? Motions to serve as lead plaintiff in the GoDaddy Inc. class action must be filed with the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York by October 20, 2026.

What if I miss the GoDaddy Inc. deadline? After October 20, 2026, investors generally can no longer ask to be appointed lead plaintiff, but GoDaddy Inc. investors may still remain class members. Their ability to share in any future recovery does not depend on serving as lead plaintiff.

What is a lead plaintiff? In the GoDaddy Inc. class action, the lead plaintiff is the investor, or group of investors, that the court appoints to represent all class members and oversee the case. Under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act, courts generally presume the movant with the largest financial interest is the most adequate lead plaintiff.

Does it cost anything to contact Glancy or participate in this action? Glancy represents GoDaddy Inc. investors on a contingency fee basis, which means investors pay no attorneys' fees unless there is a recovery. Any fees are subject to court approval and are paid from the recovery.

Why work with Glancy on the GoDaddy Inc. lawsuit? Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP is a premier law firm with decades of experience representing investors and consumers in securities litigation and other complex class action litigation. Contact Glancy about the GoDaddy Inc. class action. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

About Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP

Glancy was named one of Law360's Securities Groups of the Year and ranked second in total investor recoveries by ISS Securities Class Action Services in 2025.

Glancy's successes have been widely covered by leading news and industry publications, including The Wall Street Journal, The Financial Times, Bloomberg Businessweek, Reuters, the Associated Press, Barron's, Investor's Business Daily, Forbes, and Money.

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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - October 19, 2026) - WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of common stock of GoDaddy Inc. (NYSE: GDDY) between September 3, 2025 and February 24, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important October 20, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline

SO WHAT: If you purchased GoDaddy common stock during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the GoDaddy class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/godaddy-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than October 20, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered billions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, throughout the Class Period, defendants made materially false and misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that while GoDaddy was telling investors that its strategy "isn't to grow customers just for the sake of growing customers" and that "[w]e've seen the average order size go up," GoDaddy had implemented a promotion that directly contradicted those representations by focusing on short term contracts with smaller valuations, which in turn led to a decrease in total bookings and deceleration of bookings growth for both the fourth quarter and full year 2025. In fact, when the truth was ultimately revealed, GoDaddy admitted that the promotion "reduced" the average order size, directly contradicting the representation that the average order size was going up. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the GoDaddy class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/godaddy-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.

No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.

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NEW YORK, Oct. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP (www.kaplanfox.com) has filed a class action suit in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York against GoDaddy Inc. (“GoDaddy” or the “Company”) (NYSE: GDDY), captioned Johnson v. GoDaddy Inc., et al., Case No. 1:26-cv-07144, on behalf of all persons and entities who purchased GoDaddy common stock during the period September 3, 2025 through February 24, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”).

DEADLINE REMINDER: If you are a member of the proposed Class, you may move the court no later than October 20, 2026 for an opportunity to be lead plaintiff for the purported class. You need not seek to become a lead plaintiff in order to share in any possible recovery.

If you suffered substantial losses and wish to serve as lead plaintiff, please e-mail attorneys Frederic S. Fox ([email protected]) or Donald R. Hall ([email protected]), or contact them by phone, regular mail, or fax, or click here.

GoDaddy is an internet domain registry, domain registrar, and web hosting company that primarily serves small businesses, entrepreneurs, and other customers seeking tools to build and manage an online presence.

According to the complaint, GoDaddy repeatedly told investors that its strategy was focused on attracting “high-intent” customers who were likely to buy more products and spend more money, while allegedly failing to disclose that it had introduced a heavily discounted $4.99 promotional offer for one-year dotcom domain contracts.

As alleged in the complaint, the promotion contradicted GoDaddy’s public messaging that it had turned off front-end discounting and was not pursuing customer growth for its own sake. The complaint alleges that the promotion encouraged shorter-term, lower-value contracts, reduced upfront bookings, and rendered GoDaddy’s statements about demand, average order size, and bookings growth misleading.

Why did GoDaddy’s Stock Drop?

On February 24, 2026, after the market closed, GoDaddy disclosed that total bookings growth sharply decelerated to 5% in Q4 2025, down from 9% the prior quarter and below analyst expectations. GoDaddy also disclosed that it had expanded its go-to-market approach and introduced a promotional price for dotcom domains with a one-year term. The Company stated that the offer increased new customer volume but that the shift in term mix and promotional pricing reduced upfront bookings and near-term revenue.
On this news, GoDaddy’s stock dropped $13.18 per share, or 14.28%, from a closing price of $92.30 per share on February 24, 2026, to $79.12 per share on February 25, 2026.

Plaintiff seeks to recover damages on behalf of the proposed Class and is represented by Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP (www.kaplanfox.com). Our firm, with offices in New York, Oakland, California, Los Angeles, Chicago, and New Jersey, has decades of experience in prosecuting investor class actions and actions involving violations of the Federal securities laws.

If you have any questions about the action, your rights, or your interests, or would like a copy of the Complaint, please e-mail attorneys Frederic S. Fox ([email protected]) or Donald R. Hall ([email protected]), or contact them by phone, regular mail, or fax:

Frederic S. Fox
KAPLAN FOX & KILSHEIMER LLP
800 Third Avenue, 38th Floor
New York, NY 10022
Telephone: (212) 329-8566
Fax: (212) 687-7714
E-mail address: [email protected] R. Hall
KAPLAN FOX & KILSHEIMER LLP
800 Third Avenue, 38th Floor
New York, NY 10022
Telephone: (212) 329-8559
Fax: (212) 687-7714
E-mail address: [email protected]
Contacting or submitting information to Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP does not create an attorney-client relationship, nor an obligation on the part of Kaplan Fox to retain you as a client.
https://www.kaplanfox.com/case/godaddy-inc-investor-alert-learn-more-now/

NEW YORK, Oct. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against GoDaddy Inc. (NYSE:GDDY) and certain of the company’s senior executives for securities fraud after its significant stock drop resulting from potential violations of the federal securities laws.

If you invested in GoDaddy, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/godaddy-class-action-lawsuit.

Key Details of the GoDaddy ($GDDY) Class Action:

Lead Plaintiff Deadline: October 26, 2026Alleged Misconduct: Securities fraud alleging GoDaddy misrepresented its customer acquisition and go-to-market strategyStock Drop: February 25, 2026 – 14.28% Stock DropCourt: U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New YorkAction: Contact BFA Law to discuss your rights
Investors have until October 26, 2026 to ask the Court to be appointed to lead the case. The complaint asserts securities fraud claims under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 on behalf of investors in GoDaddy common stock. The class action is pending in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. It is captioned Johnson v. GoDaddy Inc. et al., No. 26-cv-7144.

Why is GoDaddy Being Sued for Securities Fraud?

GoDaddy is an internet domain registry, domain registrar, and web hosting company that primarily serves small businesses, entrepreneurs, and other customers seeking tools to build and manage an online presence.

According to the complaint, GoDaddy repeatedly told investors that its strategy was focused on attracting “high-intent” customers who were likely to buy more products and spend more money, while allegedly failing to disclose that it had introduced a heavily discounted $4.99 promotional offer for one-year dotcom domain contracts.

As alleged, the promotion contradicted GoDaddy’s public messaging that it had turned off front-end discounting and was not pursuing customer growth for its own sake. The complaint alleges that the promotion encouraged shorter-term, lower-value contracts, reduced upfront bookings, and rendered GoDaddy’s statements about demand, average order size, and bookings growth misleading.

Why did GoDaddy’s Stock Drop?

On February 24, 2026, after the market closed, GoDaddy disclosed that total bookings growth sharply decelerated to 5% in Q4 2025, down from 9% the prior quarter and below analyst expectations. GoDaddy also disclosed that it had expanded its go-to-market approach and introduced a promotional price for dotcom domains with a one-year term. The Company stated that the offer increased new customer volume but that the shift in term mix and promotional pricing reduced upfront bookings and near-term revenue.

On this news, GoDaddy’s stock dropped $13.18 per share, or 14.28%, from a closing price of $92.30 per share on February 24, 2026, to $79.12 per share on February 25, 2026.

Click here for more information: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/godaddy-class-action-lawsuit.

What Can You Do?

If you invested in GoDaddy, you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm.

All representation is on a contingency fee basis; there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of litigation. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses.

Submit your information by visiting:

https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/godaddy-class-action-lawsuit

Or contact:
Adam McCall
[email protected]
212.789.3619

Why Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP?

BFA is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. It has been named a top plaintiff law firm by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and ISS SCAS, and its attorneys have been named “Elite Trial Lawyers” by the National Law Journal, “Litigation Stars” by Benchmark Litigation, among the top “500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers” by Lawdragon, “Titans of the Plaintiffs’ Bar” by Law360, and “SuperLawyers” by Thomson Reuters.

Most recently, The Legal 500 awarded BFA the most client satisfaction accolades of any plaintiff’s securities litigation law firm, with clients noting: “[t]here is no better service provider in the practice area,” “[t]he interest of the client is always front and center,” and “[t]here isn’t a better firm in this space.” One testimonial described the firm as “nimble and entrepreneurial,” with a “relentless focus on adding value for clients.”

BFA’s notable successes include a recovery of over $900 million in value from Tesla, Inc.'s Board of Directors, as well as $420 million from Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.

For more information about BFA and its attorneys, please visit https://www.bfalaw.com.

https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/godaddy-class-action-lawsuit

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Counterpoint Mutual Funds LLC bought a new stake in GoDaddy Inc. (NYSE:GDDY – Free Report) in the third quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor bought 97,439 shares of the technology company’s stock, valued at approximately $9,306,000. Counterpoint Mutual Funds LLC owned approximately 0.08% of GoDaddy at the end of the most recent quarter.

Several other institutional investors have also made changes to their positions in the business. WCM Investment Management LLC increased its holdings in shares of GoDaddy by 1.0% during the first quarter. WCM Investment Management LLC now owns 3,314,456 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $270,924,000 after buying an additional 33,509 shares in the last quarter. Bank of America Corp DE grew its stake in shares of GoDaddy by 27.9% during the first quarter. Bank of America Corp DE now owns 1,383,615 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $114,383,000 after purchasing an additional 302,126 shares during the last quarter. Assenagon Asset Management S.A. raised its position in GoDaddy by 79.9% in the 1st quarter. Assenagon Asset Management S.A. now owns 970,543 shares of the technology company’s stock worth $80,235,000 after purchasing an additional 431,094 shares during the last quarter. Bank of New York Mellon Corp lifted its stake in shares of GoDaddy by 2.7% during the first quarter. Bank of New York Mellon Corp now owns 754,994 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $62,415,000 after acquiring an additional 19,940 shares during the period. Finally, Hsbc Holdings PLC boosted its holdings in GoDaddy by 4.2% in the first quarter. Hsbc Holdings PLC now owns 659,664 shares of the technology company’s stock valued at $54,520,000 after acquiring an additional 26,537 shares during the last quarter. 90.28% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Analyst Ratings Changes A number of analysts have commented on GDDY shares. Wedbush lowered their target price on shares of GoDaddy from $109.00 to $93.00 and set an “outperform” rating for the company in a report on Monday, August 3rd. Wells Fargo & Company lowered GoDaddy from an “equal weight” rating to an “underweight” rating and reduced their target price for the stock from $80.00 to $76.00 in a report on Wednesday, August 26th. Royal Bank Of Canada downgraded shares of GoDaddy from an “outperform” rating to a “sector perform” rating and set a $95.00 target price on the stock. in a report on Sunday, October 11th. Raymond James Financial cut GoDaddy from a “strong-buy” rating to an “outperform” rating and set a $100.00 price objective for the company. in a research report on Friday, July 31st. Finally, Weiss Ratings raised shares of GoDaddy from a “hold (c-)” rating to a “hold (c)” rating in a research report on Thursday, August 13th. Nine analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, nine have given a Hold rating and one has given a Sell rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat, the company has an average rating of “Hold” and a consensus price target of $110.38.

Check Out Our Latest Research Report on GoDaddy Insider Activity at GoDaddy In other GoDaddy news, Director Leah Sweet sold 325 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, September 1st. The stock was sold at an average price of $97.44, for a total value of $31,668.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the director directly owned 13,689 shares in the company, valued at approximately $1,333,856.16. This trade represents a 2.32% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through this link. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. Also, Director Sigal Zarmi sold 350 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, September 1st. The shares were sold at an average price of $97.44, for a total transaction of $34,104.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the director owned 8,283 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $807,095.52. This trade represents a 4.05% decrease in their position. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. The transaction was executed under a pre-arranged Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. In the last ninety days, insiders sold 31,358 shares of company stock valued at $3,031,831. 0.93% of the stock is owned by company insiders.

GoDaddy Price Performance Shares of NYSE GDDY opened at $105.86 on Friday. The stock has a market capitalization of $13.41 billion, a PE ratio of 15.71 and a beta of 0.94. GoDaddy Inc. has a fifty-two week low of $71.59 and a fifty-two week high of $137.93. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 561.10, a current ratio of 0.63 and a quick ratio of 0.63. The business has a fifty day moving average price of $98.56 and a two-hundred day moving average price of $90.64.

GoDaddy (NYSE:GDDY – Get Free Report) last released its earnings results on Thursday, July 30th. The technology company reported $1.83 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $1.69 by $0.14. GoDaddy had a net margin of 17.83% and a return on equity of 660.96%. The firm had revenue of $1.30 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $1.29 billion. During the same period last year, the firm earned $1.41 EPS. The business’s quarterly revenue was up 6.6% compared to the same quarter last year. As a group, equities analysts predict that GoDaddy Inc. will post 7.23 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

More GoDaddy News Here are the key news stories impacting GoDaddy this week:

Positive Sentiment: GoDaddy expanded its Developer Platform with APIs for hosting, professional email and commerce. The company says the connected, programmable tools are designed to help developers and AI agents build and move businesses online, potentially increasing platform usage and monetization. GoDaddy Expands Developer Platform Neutral Sentiment: Several law firms, including Bronstein Gewirtz & Grossman, Kaplan Fox, Bleichmar Fonti & Auld, Rosen and others, are soliciting investors to seek lead-plaintiff status in a pending class action. Investors who purchased GoDaddy shares between September 3, 2025, and February 24, 2026, face a lead-plaintiff deadline of October 20, 2026. These announcements largely repeat the same litigation notice rather than represent separate confirmed judgments. Kaplan Fox class action announcement Negative Sentiment: The lawsuits allege that GoDaddy and certain executives violated federal securities laws and failed to disclose information related to an alleged $4.99 one-year domain promotion. The firms claim the disclosures—or lack thereof—contributed to a significant stock decline and may have harmed shareholders. The allegations have not been proven, but continued legal notices can weigh on sentiment and raise uncertainty over potential costs, damages and management attention. GoDaddy securities fraud class action announcement GoDaddy Company Profile (Free Report)

GoDaddy Inc (NYSE:GDDY) is a technology company that provides domain name registration and online services for individuals, entrepreneurs, and small businesses. Its platform enables customers to search for and manage domain names, establish an online presence, and build and maintain websites.

The company offers website and ecommerce tools, managed web hosting, business email, online marketing services, and website security products. GoDaddy also provides tools designed to help businesses manage digital content, customer engagement, appointments, payments, and other day-to-day online activities through an integrated platform.

Founded in 1997 as Jomax Technologies by entrepreneur Bob Parsons, the company later adopted the GoDaddy name and grew into a global provider of online services.

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NEW YORK, Oct. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP (www.kaplanfox.com) has filed a class action suit in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York against GoDaddy Inc. (“GoDaddy” or the “Company”) (NYSE: GDDY), captioned Johnson v. GoDaddy Inc., et al., Case No. 1:26-cv-07144, on behalf of all persons and entities who purchased GoDaddy common stock during the period September 3, 2025 through February 24, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”).

DEADLINE REMINDER: If you are a member of the proposed Class, you may move the court no later than October 20, 2026 for an opportunity to be lead plaintiff for the purported class. You need not seek to become a lead plaintiff in order to share in any possible recovery.

If you suffered substantial losses and wish to serve as lead plaintiff, please e-mail attorneys Frederic S. Fox ([email protected]) or Donald R. Hall ([email protected]), or contact them by phone, regular mail, or fax, or click here.

GoDaddy is an internet domain registry, domain registrar, and web hosting company that primarily serves small businesses, entrepreneurs, and other customers seeking tools to build and manage an online presence.

According to the complaint, GoDaddy repeatedly told investors that its strategy was focused on attracting “high-intent” customers who were likely to buy more products and spend more money, while allegedly failing to disclose that it had introduced a heavily discounted $4.99 promotional offer for one-year dotcom domain contracts.

As alleged in the complaint, the promotion contradicted GoDaddy’s public messaging that it had turned off front-end discounting and was not pursuing customer growth for its own sake. The complaint alleges that the promotion encouraged shorter-term, lower-value contracts, reduced upfront bookings, and rendered GoDaddy’s statements about demand, average order size, and bookings growth misleading.

Why did GoDaddy’s Stock Drop?

On February 24, 2026, after the market closed, GoDaddy disclosed that total bookings growth sharply decelerated to 5% in Q4 2025, down from 9% the prior quarter and below analyst expectations. GoDaddy also disclosed that it had expanded its go-to-market approach and introduced a promotional price for dotcom domains with a one-year term. The Company stated that the offer increased new customer volume but that the shift in term mix and promotional pricing reduced upfront bookings and near-term revenue.
On this news, GoDaddy’s stock dropped $13.18 per share, or 14.28%, from a closing price of $92.30 per share on February 24, 2026, to $79.12 per share on February 25, 2026.

Plaintiff seeks to recover damages on behalf of the proposed Class and is represented by Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP (www.kaplanfox.com). Our firm, with offices in New York, Oakland, California, Los Angeles, Chicago, and New Jersey, has decades of experience in prosecuting investor class actions and actions involving violations of the Federal securities laws.

If you have any questions about the action, your rights, or your interests, or would like a copy of the Complaint, please e-mail attorneys Frederic S. Fox ([email protected]) or Donald R. Hall ([email protected]), or contact them by phone, regular mail, or fax:

Frederic S. Fox
KAPLAN FOX & KILSHEIMER LLP
800 Third Avenue, 38th Floor
New York, NY 10022
Telephone: (212) 329-8566
Fax: (212) 687-7714
E-mail address: [email protected]Donald R. Hall
KAPLAN FOX & KILSHEIMER LLP
800 Third Avenue, 38th Floor
New York, NY 10022
Telephone: (212) 329-8559
Fax: (212) 687-7714
E-mail address: [email protected] Contacting or submitting information to Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP does not create an attorney-client relationship, nor an obligation on the part of Kaplan Fox to retain you as a client.
https://www.kaplanfox.com/case/godaddy-inc-investor-alert-learn-more-now/

NEW YORK, Oct. 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against GoDaddy Inc. (NYSE:GDDY) and certain of the company’s senior executives for securities fraud after its significant stock drop resulting from potential violations of the federal securities laws.

If you invested in GoDaddy, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/godaddy-class-action-lawsuit.

Key Details of the GoDaddy ($GDDY) Class Action:

Lead Plaintiff Deadline: October 26, 2026Alleged Misconduct: Securities fraud alleging GoDaddy misrepresented its customer acquisition and go-to-market strategyStock Drop: February 25, 2026 – 14.28% Stock DropCourt: U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New YorkAction: Contact BFA Law to discuss your rights
Investors have until October 26, 2026 to ask the Court to be appointed to lead the case. The complaint asserts securities fraud claims under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 on behalf of investors in GoDaddy common stock. The class action is pending in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. It is captioned Johnson v. GoDaddy Inc. et al., No. 26-cv-7144.

Why is GoDaddy Being Sued for Securities Fraud?

GoDaddy is an internet domain registry, domain registrar, and web hosting company that primarily serves small businesses, entrepreneurs, and other customers seeking tools to build and manage an online presence.

According to the complaint, GoDaddy repeatedly told investors that its strategy was focused on attracting “high-intent” customers who were likely to buy more products and spend more money, while allegedly failing to disclose that it had introduced a heavily discounted $4.99 promotional offer for one-year dotcom domain contracts.

As alleged, the promotion contradicted GoDaddy’s public messaging that it had turned off front-end discounting and was not pursuing customer growth for its own sake. The complaint alleges that the promotion encouraged shorter-term, lower-value contracts, reduced upfront bookings, and rendered GoDaddy’s statements about demand, average order size, and bookings growth misleading.

Why did GoDaddy’s Stock Drop?

On February 24, 2026, after the market closed, GoDaddy disclosed that total bookings growth sharply decelerated to 5% in Q4 2025, down from 9% the prior quarter and below analyst expectations. GoDaddy also disclosed that it had expanded its go-to-market approach and introduced a promotional price for dotcom domains with a one-year term. The Company stated that the offer increased new customer volume but that the shift in term mix and promotional pricing reduced upfront bookings and near-term revenue.

On this news, GoDaddy’s stock dropped $13.18 per share, or 14.28%, from a closing price of $92.30 per share on February 24, 2026, to $79.12 per share on February 25, 2026.

Click here for more information: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/godaddy-class-action-lawsuit.

What Can You Do?

If you invested in GoDaddy, you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm.

All representation is on a contingency fee basis; there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of litigation. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses.

Submit your information by visiting:

https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/godaddy-class-action-lawsuit

Or contact:
Adam McCall
[email protected]
212.789.3619

Why Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP?

BFA is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. It has been named a top plaintiff law firm by Chambers USA, The Legal 500, and ISS SCAS, and its attorneys have been named “Elite Trial Lawyers” by the National Law Journal, “Litigation Stars” by Benchmark Litigation, among the top “500 Leading Plaintiff Financial Lawyers” by Lawdragon, “Titans of the Plaintiffs’ Bar” by Law360, and “SuperLawyers” by Thomson Reuters.

Most recently, The Legal 500 awarded BFA the most client satisfaction accolades of any plaintiff’s securities litigation law firm, with clients noting: “[t]here is no better service provider in the practice area,” “[t]he interest of the client is always front and center,” and “[t]here isn’t a better firm in this space.”  One testimonial described the firm as “nimble and entrepreneurial,” with a “relentless focus on adding value for clients.”

BFA’s notable successes include a recovery of over $900 million in value from Tesla, Inc.'s Board of Directors, as well as $420 million from Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd.

For more information about BFA and its attorneys, please visit https://www.bfalaw.com.

https://www.bfalaw.com/cases/godaddy-class-action-lawsuit

Attorney advertising. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.

, /PRNewswire/ -- Why: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of common stock of GoDaddy Inc. (NYSE: GDDY) between September 3, 2025 and February 24, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"), of the important October 20, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.

So what: If you purchased GoDaddy common stock you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

What to do next: To join the GoDaddy class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/godaddy-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than October 20, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

Why Rosen Law: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered billions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs' Bar. Many of the firm's attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

Details of the case: According to the lawsuit, throughout the Class Period, defendants made materially false and misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that while GoDaddy was telling investors that its strategy "isn't to grow customers just for the sake of growing customers" and that "[w]e've seen the average order size go up," GoDaddy had implemented a promotion that directly contradicted those representations by focusing on short term contracts with smaller valuations, which in turn led to a decrease in total bookings and deceleration of bookings growth for both the fourth quarter and full year 2025. In fact, when the truth was ultimately revealed, GoDaddy admitted that the promotion "reduced" the average order size, directly contradicting the representation that the average order size was going up. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the GoDaddy class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/godaddy-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.

No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor's ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.

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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP (“SBS”), a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against GoDaddy Inc. (“GoDaddy” or “the Company”) (NYSE: GDDY) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Shareholders who purchased shares of GDDY during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointments. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.

CLASS PERIOD: September 3, 2025 to February 24, 2026

DEADLINE: October 20, 2026

If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate.

CASE DETAILS: According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. GoDaddy misled investors about its customer strategy. Despite claiming to focus on growth, the Company’s strategy emphasized short-term contracts. The Company’s bookings growth sharply decelerated based on this strategy. Based on these facts, the Company’s public statements were false and materially misleading throughout the class period. When the market learned the truth about GoDaddy, investors suffered damages.

We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall or David Schwartz of Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge. You can also reach us through the firm's website at www.schallfirm.com, or by email at [email protected].

The class, in this case, has not yet been certified, and until certification occurs, you are not represented by an attorney. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member.

Join the case to recover your losses

WHY SBS? Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP represents investors around the world and specializes in securities class action lawsuits and shareholder rights litigation. Bringing together the extensive experience and diverse skillsets of founding partners Brian Schall, Andrew Brown, and David Schwartz, SBS is dedicated to aggressively advocating for every investor.

This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and rules of ethics.

CONTACT:

Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP
Brian Schall, Esq.,
Andrew Brown, Esq.,
David Schwartz, Esq.,
www.schallfirm.com
Office: 310-301-3335
[email protected]

SOURCE:

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New APIs for hosting, email and commerce give developers a connected, programmable path through one platform

, /PRNewswire/ -- GoDaddy (NYSE: GDDY), the world's largest domain registrar, just released a significant expansion to the GoDaddy Developer Platform, adding APIs for hosting, professional email and commerce.

Building on the domain APIs introduced in July, which now include premium domains and bulk domains, the expanded platform gives developers and AI agents a more complete, programmable path. This means users can take a project from working code to a live business, all without leaving their development workflow.

For developers, AI coding tools have significantly compressed the time it takes to turn an idea into a working application. But getting that application online can still mean jumping between hosting platforms, domain settings, email configuration and commerce tools, often requiring manual setup and disconnected credentials.

AI is also changing and accelerating software development, which means the infrastructure supporting those applications needs to evolve as well. By making GoDaddy's existing infrastructure programmable and interoperable, the Developer Platform gives developers and AI agents access to the services businesses need beyond the code itself.

GoDaddy is making AI-powered development more accessible

With the expanded all-in-one Developer Platform, developers and AI agents can use the same platform, credentials, API conventions, documentation and command-line interface (CLI) to connect with the core services needed to bring a business online.

The integration of Node.js Hosting also provides users with a simplified way to publish their web apps. Using the Developer Platform, developers and AI coding agents can create, launch and manage apps without opening a dashboard. It provides a preview for the app and built-in security features including automatic HTTPS, a web application firewall, a content delivery network (CDN) and a managed MySQL database.

"The next generation of businesses will be built differently," said Hemanth Guntupalli, chief technology officer of platforms at GoDaddy. "AI can turn an idea into working software in minutes, and we're building the infrastructure that lets developers and AI agents take that software the rest of the way. From code to hosting, domains, email and commerce, our customers can take their working application to a live business without breaking the flow."

From APIs to a connected workflow

Domain APIs — Programmatic access to domain search and name suggestions, including standard, premium and bulk domains; domain purchase with preferred API pricing; DNS configuration; and domain management through a single platform. Hosting APIs — Deploy and operate Node.js apps directly from the command line or through an AI agent. The Hosting API supports the full app lifecycle, from creating an app and attaching a hosting plan to publishing to production, managing secrets and reading logs. Email APIs — Purchase professional email, create mailboxes and automate the underlying MX, SPF and DKIM configuration. Commerce APIs — Programmatically manage your GoDaddy commerce stores, orders, catalog and customers. These capabilities are designed to work as a connected system rather than a collection of separate services.

For example, a developer can work with their coding tools or AI agents to create an application or website, then call the Hosting API to create the app, attach a hosting plan and deploy it to production. From there, the agent can use the domains API to search for, purchase and configure a domain for the newly hosted project, then use the email API to purchase and configure professional email for that domain. With the commerce APIs, it can also programmatically manage the store, catalog, orders and customers.

GoDaddy gives developers full control

Developers can use one GoDaddy Developer Platform identity and add the appropriate product-specific scopes to their personal access token, while accessing the capabilities through REST APIs and the GoDaddy CLI.

The platform also incorporates safeguards designed to keep customers in control when AI agents perform actions. Product-specific token scopes allow developers to grant only the access required for a given job. Existing account, authorization, fraud and abuse controls also apply.

The platform is designed around the fundamentals developers expect from modern developer infrastructure: accessible APIs, consistent interfaces, clear documentation, usable tooling and the reliability of infrastructure already operating at GoDaddy scale.

Building for an AI-driven future

The expansion is part of GoDaddy's broader strategy to make it easier for the next generation of businesses to build, launch and operate online in an increasingly AI-driven world. AI can help create the application, while programmable infrastructure can help turn that application into a functioning business.

"Our job is to provide the technology foundation for the next generation of AI-powered businesses. Powerful enough for developers, simple enough for business owners and seamlessly integrated so everything works together," said Guntupalli.

Designed for developers. Accessible to businesses.

The Developer Platform is built for developers, web agencies, technical professionals and AI coding agents managing their own GoDaddy products.

The expanded GoDaddy Developer Platform is available now for free to customers across the globe.

To explore the latest APIs and developer resources, visit developer.godaddy.com.

About GoDaddy
GoDaddy, the world's largest domain name registrar, helps millions of entrepreneurs globally start, grow, and scale their businesses. People come to GoDaddy to name their idea, build a website and logo, sell their products and services and accept payments. Airo®, the company's agentic operating system for small businesses, helps entrepreneurs get their idea online, run their business day-to-day and grow through an integrated identity, presence and commerce experience. GoDaddy's expert guides are available 24/7 to provide assistance. To learn more about the company, visit www.GoDaddy.com.

Source: GoDaddy Inc.

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NEW YORK, Oct. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --

WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of common stock of GoDaddy Inc. (NYSE: GDDY) between September 3, 2025 and February 24, 2026, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important October 20, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline

SO WHAT: If you purchased GoDaddy common stock during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the GoDaddy class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/godaddy-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than October 20, 2026. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources, or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually handle securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered billions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs’ Bar. Many of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, throughout the Class Period, defendants made materially false and misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that while GoDaddy was telling investors that its strategy “isn’t to grow customers just for the sake of growing customers” and that “[w]e’ve seen the average order size go up,” GoDaddy had implemented a promotion that directly contradicted those representations by focusing on short term contracts with smaller valuations, which in turn led to a decrease in total bookings and deceleration of bookings growth for both the fourth quarter and full year 2025. In fact, when the truth was ultimately revealed, GoDaddy admitted that the promotion “reduced” the average order size, directly contradicting the representation that the average order size was going up. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the GoDaddy class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/cases/godaddy-inc/join or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email [email protected] for information on the class action.

No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor’s ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.

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Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Litigation Partner Brandon Walker Encourages Investors Who Suffered Losses In GoDaddy (GDDY) To Contact Him Directly To Discuss Their Options

If you purchased or acquired GoDaddy common stock during the period from September 3, 2025 through February 24, 2026 and would like to discuss your legal rights, contact Bragar Eagel & Squire partners Brandon Walker or Melissa Fortunato by email at [email protected] or by telephone at (212) 355-4648.

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NEW YORK, Oct. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --

What’s Happening:

Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against GoDaddy Inc. (“GoDaddy” or the “Company”) (NYSE:GDDY) in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York on behalf of all persons and entities who purchased or otherwise acquired GoDaddy common stock during the period from September 3, 2025 through February 24, 2026, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”). Investors have until October 20, 2026 to apply to the Court to be appointed as lead plaintiff in the lawsuit.
Allegation Details:

According to the lawsuit, throughout the Class Period, defendants made materially false and misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that while GoDaddy was telling investors that its strategy "isn't to grow customers just for the sake of growing customers" and that "[w]e've seen the average order size go up," GoDaddy had implemented a promotion that directly contradicted those representations by focusing on short term contracts with smaller valuations, which in turn led to a decrease in total bookings and deceleration of bookings growth for both the fourth quarter and full year 2025. In fact, when the truth was ultimately revealed, GoDaddy admitted that the promotion "reduced" the average order size, directly contradicting the representation that the average order size was going up. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.
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If you purchased or otherwise acquired GoDaddy shares and suffered a loss, are a long-term stockholder, have information, would like to learn more about these claims, or have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to these matters, please contact Brandon Walker or Melissa Fortunato by email at [email protected], telephone at (212) 355-4648, or by filling out this contact form. There is no cost or obligation to you. About Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C.:

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Industry collaboration with Singapore's IMDA shows how open internet standards can verify AI agent identities and establish trust throughout a financial transaction.

, /PRNewswire/ -- GoDaddy (NYSE: GDDY), Infoblox, Google and Cloudflare today demonstrated how AI agents can securely complete transactions across independent online platforms using existing internet standards.

Unveiled at GovWare 2026 during Singapore International Cyber Week, the Chain of Trust is an open reference architecture that enables organizations to discover, identify and authenticate AI agents throughout a transaction. The architecture was developed in collaboration with Singapore's Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA), based on principles in its Model AI Governance Framework for Agentic AI (v1.5).

AI agents are increasingly being used to search for products, compare prices and securely complete purchases for people and businesses. McKinsey & Co. estimates AI agents could facilitate $3 trillion to $5 trillion in global consumer purchases by 2030.

But as AI-driven commerce grows, establishing trust across platforms remains a challenge. Today, most platforms independently verify agents using closed systems, leaving businesses with limited visibility into how an agent's identity was verified or whether it can be trusted. These disconnected and sometimes incoherent approaches make it difficult to establish consistent, verifiable trust across the broader AI ecosystem.

The Chain of Trust runs on the agentic open web. It connects layers of controls, each built on open standards and established internet protocols. A business can check an agent at every step, from discovery to payment to audit across platforms. The architecture gives organizations:

Trust. Every agent carries a unique, signed identity that any party can verify for itself on every transaction, enabling organizations to transact securely. Control. No single platform decides which agents an organization can do business with: Businesses and governments choose which agents to trust, based on verifiable signals. A person sets what an agent may buy and how much it can spend in a signed Agent Payments Protocol (AP2) mandate, and merchants and payment providers can check every purchase against it. Interoperability. Because the chain builds on infrastructure the internet already runs on, such as DNS, and on open standards, it works across platforms, clouds and agent protocols rather than only inside one vendor's system. Transparency. Every registration and every transaction is written to append-only logs, so any later change to a logged record is visible to anyone who checks it. Each layer is verified separately, so passing one check does not bypass the others. How the chain works
Each layer of the architecture relies on an open standard:

Discovery. Leverages Agent Resources Discovery (ARD) for resource and capability discovery or DNS-AID for DNS-based lookup, to find which agents exist and where they run. Identity. Establishes a registered identity that anyone can verify from public evidence, not just a certificate the agent presents in a single session (the open Agent Name Service standard, ANS, alongside the Secure Production Identity Framework for Everyone (SPIFFE) for the identity of each running instance). Authorization. Establishes who controls an agent and what it may do (OAuth). Communication. Allows agents to reach tools and each other (Agent2Agent, or A2A, and the Model Context Protocol, or MCP). Payment. Carries the person's signed authorization and the agent's identity into the checkout (AP2 and the Universal Commerce Protocol, or UCP). Traceability. Records what happened and who is responsible in an append-only log, with a signed receipt that anyone can check offline (Supply Chain Integrity, Transparency and Trust). Trust. Turns a verified identity into an evidence-based score computed from public attestations rather than self-description (the open Trust Index). The demonstration at GovWare
The demonstration at GovWare by GoDaddy, Infoblox, Google and Cloudflare simulated a complete agentic purchase of a flight from Madrid to Singapore among agents that did not know each other in advance and did not operate on the same platform. The mock buyer agent ran on Amazon Web Services, the seller agent was hosted on Cloudflare Workers, and the mandate authority and the verifier agent ran on Google. Because every layer uses open standards, the same chain can run on any cloud or platform.

A person approved a purchase with a passkey, and an independent approval service issued signed AP2 mandates that set what the mock buyer agent could buy, from whom and up to what amount. The mock buyer agent found a seller through DNS and ARD. It checked the seller's identity against the public log and the approval service checked the seller's open Trust Index score against the person's minimum requirement. The mock buyer agent then completed the simulated purchase over UCP, with payment through Stripe. The demo also incorporated rogue scenarios, including a look-alike seller and forged credentials, and the Chain of Trust stopped each before a transaction occurred. Every step, from discovery through payment, was recorded in an append-only log that anyone can inspect.

"Realising the potential of agentic AI will require trusted and interoperable foundations that can support responsible deployment at scale. Robust agent identity will be a key part of that. IMDA will continue to support industry experimentation and open standards that put the principles of our Model AI Governance Framework for Agentic AI into practice, helping businesses innovate with greater confidence and accountability," said Lee Wan Sie, cluster director, AI governance and safety at IMDA. 

"We don't need to rebuild the internet for AI agents. By extending the open standards that have connected the internet for decades, we can give agents a verifiable identity that works across platforms," said Jared Sine, chief strategy and legal officer at GoDaddy. "We're grateful to Singapore's IMDA and our partners for showing what's possible when the industry builds together."

"The internet works because anyone can discover and connect with a website, regardless of who built it or where it's hosted," said Wei Chen, executive vice president of regulatory strategy at Infoblox. "AI agents need that same open foundation. We appreciate IMDA's leadership in advancing trusted AI ecosystems and the opportunity to collaborate with industry partners to help make that vision a reality. By extending DNS and other established internet standards to agent discovery and identity verification, we're helping create a system where businesses can independently verify who they're dealing with, without relying on a single platform to decide who can be trusted."

"As autonomous AI agents move into real-world enterprise workflows, establishing an open, verifiable Chain of Trust is essential," said Rao Surapaneni, vice president, Gemini Enterprise and Agent Governance Platform at Google Cloud AI. "We are thrilled to collaborate with Singapore's IMDA and industry partners to operationalize their pioneering Agentic AI Governance Framework. By grounding multi-agent interactions in open standards, from capability discovery with ARD, to agent communication via A2A, and verifiable user mandates through AP2, we are enabling organizations to deploy autonomous agents with transparency, control, and scale."

"For agentic AI to succeed at global scale, security and trust cannot be locked inside platforms. By running seller agents and trust checks at the network edge on open Internet standards, we can ensure that every transaction is fast, verifiable, and secure across any platform. We're proud to partner with Singapore's IMDA and industry partners to build a safer, open agentic web," said Stephanie Cohen, Chief Strategy Officer, Cloudflare.

Adoption and case study
The companies invite DNS operators, domain registrars, identity providers, payment networks, cloud, edge and AI platforms, and regulators to adopt and extend the architecture. Several of the companies published a technical case study, "Implementing the Chain of Trust for an Agentic Transaction," which describes the prototype and maps each layer to IMDA's AI governance frameworks.

The reference architecture and case study are available at
https://openagentcommerce.org/technicalpaper.

Organizations that want to publish their own agents under the architecture can register at
https://openagentcommerce.org/engage.

About GoDaddy
GoDaddy, the world's largest domain name registrar, helps millions of entrepreneurs globally start, grow, and scale their businesses. People come to GoDaddy to name their idea, build a website and logo, sell their products and services and accept payments. Airo™, the company's agentic operating system for small businesses, helps entrepreneurs get their idea online, run their business day-to-day, and grow through an integrated identity, presence and commerce experience. GoDaddy's expert guides are available 24/7 to provide assistance. To learn more about the company, visit www.GoDaddy.com.

About Infoblox
Infoblox is a leading platform for preemptive security and hybrid, multi-cloud networking that delivers enterprise resilience and agility. Trusted by over 5,700 customers, including the majority of Fortune 100 companies as well as emerging innovators, we seamlessly integrate, secure and automate critical network services so businesses can move fast without compromise. Visit Infoblox.com, or follow us on LinkedIn.

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NEW YORK, Oct. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP (www.kaplanfox.com) has filed a class action suit in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York against GoDaddy Inc. (“GoDaddy” or the “Company”) (NYSE: GDDY), captioned Johnson v. GoDaddy Inc., et al., Case No. 1:26-cv-07144, on behalf of all persons and entities who purchased GoDaddy common stock during the period September 3, 2025 through February 24, 2026, inclusive (the “Class Period”).

DEADLINE REMINDER: If you are a member of the proposed Class, you may move the court no later than October 20, 2026 for an opportunity to be lead plaintiff for the purported class. You need not seek to become a lead plaintiff in order to share in any possible recovery.

If you suffered substantial losses and wish to serve as lead plaintiff, please e-mail attorneys Frederic S. Fox ([email protected]) or Donald R. Hall ([email protected]), or contact them by phone, regular mail, or fax, or click here.

GoDaddy is an internet domain registry, domain registrar, and web hosting company that primarily serves small businesses, entrepreneurs, and other customers seeking tools to build and manage an online presence.

According to the complaint, GoDaddy repeatedly told investors that its strategy was focused on attracting “high-intent” customers who were likely to buy more products and spend more money, while allegedly failing to disclose that it had introduced a heavily discounted $4.99 promotional offer for one-year dotcom domain contracts.

As alleged in the complaint, the promotion contradicted GoDaddy’s public messaging that it had turned off front-end discounting and was not pursuing customer growth for its own sake. The complaint alleges that the promotion encouraged shorter-term, lower-value contracts, reduced upfront bookings, and rendered GoDaddy’s statements about demand, average order size, and bookings growth misleading.

Why did GoDaddy’s Stock Drop?

On February 24, 2026, after the market closed, GoDaddy disclosed that total bookings growth sharply decelerated to 5% in Q4 2025, down from 9% the prior quarter and below analyst expectations. GoDaddy also disclosed that it had expanded its go-to-market approach and introduced a promotional price for dotcom domains with a one-year term. The Company stated that the offer increased new customer volume but that the shift in term mix and promotional pricing reduced upfront bookings and near-term revenue.
On this news, GoDaddy’s stock dropped $13.18 per share, or 14.28%, from a closing price of $92.30 per share on February 24, 2026, to $79.12 per share on February 25, 2026.

Plaintiff seeks to recover damages on behalf of the proposed Class and is represented by Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP (www.kaplanfox.com). Our firm, with offices in New York, Oakland, California, Los Angeles, Chicago, and New Jersey, has decades of experience in prosecuting investor class actions and actions involving violations of the Federal securities laws.

If you have any questions about the action, your rights, or your interests, or would like a copy of the Complaint, please e-mail attorneys Frederic S. Fox ([email protected]) or Donald R. Hall ([email protected]), or contact them by phone, regular mail, or fax:

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https://www.kaplanfox.com/case/godaddy-inc-investor-alert-learn-more-now/

, /PRNewswire/ -- Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP ("SBS"), a national shareholder rights litigation firm, reminds investors of a class action lawsuit against GoDaddy Inc. ("GoDaddy" or "the Company") (NYSE: GDDY) for violations of §§10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and Rule 10b-5 promulgated thereunder by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Shareholders who purchased shares of GDDY during the class period listed are encouraged to contact the firm regarding possible lead plaintiff appointments. Appointment as lead plaintiff is not required to partake in any recovery.

CLASS PERIOD: September 3, 2025 to February 24, 2026

DEADLINE: October 20, 2026

If you are a shareholder who suffered a loss, click here to participate.

CASE DETAILS: According to the Complaint, the Company made false and misleading statements to the market. GoDaddy misled investors about its customer strategy. Despite claiming to focus on growth, the Company's strategy emphasized short-term contracts. The Company's bookings growth sharply decelerated based on this strategy. Based on these facts, the Company's public statements were false and materially misleading throughout the class period. When the market learned the truth about GoDaddy, investors suffered damages.

We also encourage you to contact Brian Schall or David Schwartz of Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP, 2049 Century Park East, Suite 2460, Los Angeles, CA 90067, at 310-301-3335, to discuss your rights free of charge. You can also reach us through the firm's website at www.schallfirm.com, or by email at [email protected].

The class, in this case, has not yet been certified, and until certification occurs, you are not represented by an attorney. If you choose to take no action, you can remain an absent class member.

Join the case to recover your losses

WHY SBS? Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP represents investors around the world and specializes in securities class action lawsuits and shareholder rights litigation. Bringing together the extensive experience and diverse skillsets of founding partners Brian Schall, Andrew Brown, and David Schwartz, SBS is dedicated to aggressively advocating for every investor.

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New York, New York--(Newsfile Corp. - October 14, 2026) - Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP (www.kaplanfox.com) has filed a class action suit in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York against GoDaddy Inc. ("GoDaddy" or the "Company") (NYSE: GDDY), captioned Johnson v. GoDaddy Inc., et al., Case No. 1:26-cv-07144, on behalf of all persons and entities who purchased GoDaddy common stock during the period September 3, 2025 through February 24, 2026, inclusive (the "Class Period").

DEADLINE REMINDER: Investors are hereby notified that they have 60 days from the date of this notice to move the Court to serve as lead plaintiff in this action for the proposed Class. You need not seek to become a lead plaintiff in order to share in any possible recovery.

If you suffered substantial losses and wish to serve as lead plaintiff, please e-mail attorneys Frederic S. Fox ([email protected]) or Donald R. Hall ([email protected]), or contact them by phone, regular mail, or fax, or click here.

GoDaddy is an internet domain registry, domain registrar, and web hosting company that primarily serves small businesses, entrepreneurs, and other customers seeking tools to build and manage an online presence.

According to the complaint, GoDaddy repeatedly told investors that its strategy was focused on attracting "high-intent" customers who were likely to buy more products and spend more money, while allegedly failing to disclose that it had introduced a heavily discounted $4.99 promotional offer for one-year dotcom domain contracts.

As alleged in the complaint, the promotion contradicted GoDaddy's public messaging that it had turned off front-end discounting and was not pursuing customer growth for its own sake. The complaint alleges that the promotion encouraged shorter-term, lower-value contracts, reduced upfront bookings, and rendered GoDaddy's statements about demand, average order size, and bookings growth misleading.

Why did GoDaddy's Stock Drop?

On February 24, 2026, after the market closed, GoDaddy disclosed that total bookings growth sharply decelerated to 5% in Q4 2025, down from 9% the prior quarter and below analyst expectations. GoDaddy also disclosed that it had expanded its go-to-market approach and introduced a promotional price for dotcom domains with a one-year term. The Company stated that the offer increased new customer volume but that the shift in term mix and promotional pricing reduced upfront bookings and near-term revenue.

On this news, GoDaddy's stock dropped $13.18 per share, or 14.28%, from a closing price of $92.30 per share on February 24, 2026, to $79.12 per share on February 25, 2026.

Plaintiff seeks to recover damages on behalf of the proposed Class and is represented by Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP (www.kaplanfox.com). Our firm, with offices in New York, Oakland, California, Los Angeles, Chicago, and New Jersey, has decades of experience in prosecuting investor class actions and actions involving violations of the Federal securities laws.

If you have any questions about the action, your rights, or your interests, or would like a copy of the Complaint, please e-mail attorneys Frederic S. Fox ([email protected]) or Donald R. Hall ([email protected]), or contact them by phone, regular mail, or fax:

Contacting or submitting information to Kaplan Fox & Kilsheimer LLP does not create an attorney-client relationship, nor an obligation on the part of Kaplan Fox to retain you as a client.

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NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pomerantz LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against GoDaddy Inc. (“GoDaddy” or the “Company”) (NYSE: GDDY).   Such investors are advised to contact Danielle Peyton at [email protected] or 646-581-9980, (or 888.4-POMLAW), toll-free, Ext. 7980. Those who inquire by e-mail are encouraged to include their mailing address, telephone number, and the number of shares purchased.

The class action concerns whether GoDaddy and certain of its officers and/or directors have engaged in securities fraud or other unlawful business practices.

You have until October 20, 2026, to ask the Court to appoint you as Lead Plaintiff for the class if you purchased or otherwise acquired GoDaddy securities during the Class Period. A copy of the Complaint can be obtained at www.pomerantzlaw.com.        

[Click here for information about joining the class action]

On February 24, 2026, GoDaddy reported its fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results.  In a press release, the Company disclosed that total bookings growth had sharply decelerated to 5% during the fourth quarter of 2025, down from 9% the previous quarter and missing analyst estimates of 7%.  During the associated earnings call with analysts and investors, Chief Executive Officer Aman Bhutani mentioned for the first time to investors that the Company had “expanded [its] go-to-market approach with a streamlined purchase experience for new domain customers.”  Bhutani further revealed that the Company “introduced a promotional price for dotcom domains with a one-year term” which resulted in reduced upfront bookings.  On that same call, Chief Financial Officer Mark McCaffrey admitted that the annual terms of the heavily adopted one-year promotional contracts impacted the Company’s bookings.  Specifically, McCaffrey admitted that there was “a reduction in our average order size of initiation related to the discount,” noting that the Company believed the heavy adoption of the lower-cost, one-year promotional contracts would have a “major impact” at the end of 2025 going into the first quarter of 2026. 

On this news, GoDaddy’s stock price fell $13.18 per share, or 14.28%, to close at $79.12 per share on February 25, 2026.

Pomerantz LLP, with offices in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, London, Paris, and Tel Aviv, is acknowledged as one of the premier firms in the areas of corporate, securities, and antitrust class litigation. Founded by the late Abraham L. Pomerantz, known as the dean of the class action bar, Pomerantz pioneered the field of securities class actions. Today, more than 85 years later, Pomerantz continues in the tradition he established, fighting for the rights of the victims of securities fraud, breaches of fiduciary duty, and corporate misconduct. The Firm has recovered numerous multimillion-dollar damages awards on behalf of class members. See www.pomlaw.com.

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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP reminds investors of the upcoming October 20, 2026 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the class action filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired GoDaddy Inc. (“GoDaddy” or the “Company”) (NYSE: GDDY) securities between September 3, 2025 and February 24, 2026 inclusive (the “Class Period”).

IF YOU SUFFERED A LOSS ON YOUR GODADDY INC. INVESTMENTS, CLICK HERE TO INQUIRE ABOUT POTENTIALLY PURSUING CLAIMS TO RECOVER YOUR LOSS UNDER THE FEDERAL SECURITIES LAWS.

What Happened?
On February 24, 2026, GoDaddy released its fourth quarter 2025 financial results, revealing, among other things, bookings of $1.28 million. The Company disclosed it had “introduced a promotional price for .com domains with a 1-year term” but “the shift in term mix, combined with the promotional price, reduced up front bookings and near-term revenue.”

Additionally, the Company provided 2026 guidance, including revenue of $5.195 billion to $5.275 billion, and stated that it “anticipate[s] a modest impact on reported revenue growth rates for the year in both Core Platform and A&C segments as the promotional price is allocated to all products included in the initial purchase.”

On this news, GoDaddy’s stock price fell $13.18 or 14.28%, to close at $79.12 per share on February 25, 2026, thereby injuring investors.

What Is The Lawsuit About?
The complaint filed in this class action alleges that between September 3, 2025 and February 24, 2026, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about the Company’s business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (i) the Company’s strategy of focusing on high-intent customers was not working; (ii) Company had implemented a promotional discount for dotcom domains that were likely to and did result in shorter term contracts with smaller valuations; (iii) the Company’s institution of a promotional discount on one- year dotcom contracts with shorter terms was already having a material, negative impact on total bookings growth for the fourth quarter of 2025, and in turn the full year 2025; (iv) that, as a result of the foregoing, Defendants’ positive statements about the Company’s business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.

If you purchased or otherwise acquired GoDaddy Inc. securities between September 3, 2025 and February 24, 2026, you may move the Court no later than October 20, 2026 to request appointment as lead plaintiff in this putative class action lawsuit.

Contact Us To Participate or Learn More:
If you wish to learn more about this action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to these matters, please contact us:
Charles H. Linehan, Esq.,
Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP,
1925 Century Park East, Suite 2100,
Los Angeles California 90067
Email:  [email protected]
Telephone: 310-201-9150,
Toll-Free: 888-773-9224
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If you inquire by email, please include your mailing address, telephone number and number of shares purchased.

To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action.

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Contact Us:
Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP,
1925 Century Park East, Suite 2100
Los Angeles, CA 90067
Charles H. Linehan
Email:  [email protected]
Telephone: 310-201-9150
Toll-Free: 888-773-9224
Visit our website at: www.glancylaw.com.