Current Liabilities
Compensation and benefits
Cadence Design Systems Compensation and benefits decreased by 23.8% to $293.08M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter.
Analysis
StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionCurrent Liabilities
CategoryEfficiency
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2024
Last reportedQ1 2026May 1, 2026
How to read this metric
An increase often correlates with seasonal bonus cycles or headcount growth, while a decrease may signal payout timing changes.
Detailed definition
This represents short-term obligations to employees, including unpaid wages, bonuses, commissions, and vacation pay. It...
Peer comparison
Service-based companies typically carry higher employee-related liabilities than capital-intensive firms.
Metric ID:
current_liabilities_employee_related_liabilities_currentHistorical Data
5 periods
| Q4 '24 | Q2 '25 | Q3 '25 | Q4 '25 | Q1 '26 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Value | $335.23M | $334.25M | $306.91M | $384.42M | $293.08M |
| QoQ Change | — | -0.3% | -8.2% | +25.3% | -23.8% |
| YoY Change | — | — | — | +14.7% | — |
Range$293.08M – $384.42M
CAGR-12.6%
Avg YoY Growth+14.7%
Median YoY Growth+14.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Cadence Design Systems's compensation and benefits?
- Cadence Design Systems (CDNS) reported compensation and benefits of $293.08M in Q1 2026.
- What does compensation and benefits mean?
- Short-term debts owed to employees for earned wages, bonuses, and benefits.