Penalties and interest accrued on unrecognized tax benefits
Blackrock Penalties and interest accrued on unrecognized tax benefits decreased by 14.8% to $173.00M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Over 3 years (FY 2022 to FY 2025), Penalties and interest accrued on unrecognized tax benefits shows relatively stable performance with a 2.6% CAGR. This is a positive signal — lower values indicate better performance for this metric.
Analysis
How to read this metric
An increasing trend suggests prolonged tax disputes or a higher likelihood of unfavorable audit outcomes.
Detailed definition
The cumulative amount of interest and penalties accrued related to unrecognized tax benefits. This reflects the financia...
Peer comparison
Varies significantly based on the aggressiveness of tax planning and the intensity of regulatory audits in the company's operating jurisdictions.
other_unrecognized_tax_benefits_income_tax_penalties_and_f243c1Historical Data
| Q4 '22 | Q4 '23 | Q4 '24 | Q4 '25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Value | $160.00M | $140.00M | $203.00M | $173.00M |
| QoQ Change | — | -12.5% | +45.0% | -14.8% |
| YoY Change | — | -12.5% | +45.0% | -14.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Blackrock's penalties and interest accrued on unrecognized tax benefits?
- Blackrock (BLK) reported penalties and interest accrued on unrecognized tax benefits of $173.00M in Q4 2025.
- What is the long-term trend for Blackrock's penalties and interest accrued on unrecognized tax benefits?
- Over 3 years (2022 to 2025), Blackrock's penalties and interest accrued on unrecognized tax benefits has grown at a 2.6% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $160.00M to $173.00M.
- What does penalties and interest accrued on unrecognized tax benefits mean?
- The total interest and penalties accrued on uncertain tax positions.