GoDaddy Posts $1.2B in Q1 Revenue, Commits to New $3B Buyback Plan
GoDaddy Inc. (NYSE: GDDY) reported solid financial results for the first quarter of 2025, continuing a trend of profitable growth and high-margin performance. The internet services company generated $1.2 billion in revenue for the quarter ending March 31, up 8% from the same period last year.
The company also announced it had completed its $4 billion share repurchase plan from 2022 and launched a fresh $3 billion authorization that runs through 2027. With more than 25% of fully diluted shares retired since 2022, GoDaddy is sending a clear message: it’s focused on long-term shareholder returns and capital discipline.
Revenue Growth Across Key Segments
GoDaddy’s revenue engine showed strength in both major segments. The Applications and Commerce (A&C) segment brought in $446.4 million, up 17% year-over-year. This includes products such as websites, online stores, payments, and productivity tools.
The Core Platform, which includes domains and hosting, grew to $747.9 million—a 3% year-over-year increase. Combined, the two segments drove total bookings of $1.4 billion.
International revenue rose over 10%, now accounting for nearly one-third of the business.
Margins and Profitability Surge
Operating income jumped over 40% to $247.3 million, pushing the operating margin above 20%. Normalized EBITDA came in at $364.4 million, with a 31% margin—up 230 basis points compared to last year.
Free cash flow reached $411.3 million, an increase of 26%. Cash from operations totaled $404.7 million. Both figures highlight GoDaddy’s ability to convert revenue into actual cash with high efficiency.
Buybacks Reduce Share Count Dramatically
In April 2025, GoDaddy repurchased 4.4 million shares at an average price of $176.02 per share, exhausting the remaining balance of its $4 billion buyback authorization from 2022.
Since the program began, GoDaddy has repurchased 43.7 million shares at an average cost of $91.45. That represents a reduction of more than 25% of its fully diluted shares.
Following the completion of that program, the board authorized another $3 billion for share repurchases through 2027.
New Business Programs and Product Expansions
GoDaddy continued to expand Airo®, its AI-powered website assistant. New features now include logo creation, branded email addresses, and advanced design elements through Airo Plus.
The company also announced GoDaddy Agency, a new initiative connecting digital agencies with small and mid-sized business leads. The program includes access to tools, client support resources, and growth-oriented services.
Outlook for Q2 and Full-Year 2025
For the second quarter, GoDaddy expects revenue between $1.195 billion and $1.215 billion, a 7% increase at the midpoint. Applications and Commerce is projected to grow in the mid-teens, while Core Platform growth is forecasted in the low single digits.
The full-year revenue forecast remains unchanged at $4.86 billion to $4.94 billion. Free cash flow for 2025 is expected to exceed $1.5 billion. NEBITDA margin is projected to increase by approximately 100 basis points for the year.
GoDaddy’s first quarter earnings reflect more than just strong financials. The company has delivered consistent growth while managing to buy back over a quarter of its share count since 2022. With a new $3 billion repurchase plan and expanding business tools like Airo and GoDaddy Agency, the firm is maintaining focus on performance, value creation, and scalable growth. Whether you’re watching the balance sheet or the product roadmap, GoDaddy appears to be sticking to a plan—and executing it well.
