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Unrecognized tax benefits, settlements

Cadence Design Systems Unrecognized tax benefits, settlements remained flat by 0.0% to $1.65M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Over 4 years (FY 2021 to FY 2025), Unrecognized tax benefits, settlements shows an upward trend with a 122.3% CAGR. This decline may warrant attention — for this metric, higher values are generally preferred.

Analysis

StatementIncome Statement
SectionOther
CategoryRisk
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ4 2025Feb 19, 2026

How to read this metric

A decrease indicates the resolution of tax contingencies, which reduces future financial uncertainty.

Detailed definition

Captures the reduction in unrecognized tax benefits liability resulting from settlements reached with tax authorities. T...

Peer comparison

Standard disclosure in the tax footnote regarding the resolution of uncertain tax positions.

Metric ID: other_unrecognized_tax_benefits_decreases_resulting_from_2f523f

Historical Data

5 years
 FY'21FY'22FY'23FY'24FY'25
Value$270.00K$0.00$8.00M$0.00$6.60M
YoY Change-100.0%-100.0%
Range$0.00$8.00M
CAGR+122.3%
Avg YoY Growth-100.0%
Median YoY Growth-100.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cadence Design Systems's unrecognized tax benefits, settlements?
Cadence Design Systems (CDNS) reported unrecognized tax benefits, settlements of $1.65M in Q4 2025.
What is the long-term trend for Cadence Design Systems's unrecognized tax benefits, settlements?
Over 4 years (2021 to 2025), Cadence Design Systems's unrecognized tax benefits, settlements has grown at a 122.3% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $270.00K to $6.60M.
What does unrecognized tax benefits, settlements mean?
The decrease in tax liability reserves resulting from settled tax disputes.