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Increase (decrease) in amount of unrecognized tax benefits

Cadence Design Systems Increase (decrease) in amount of unrecognized tax benefits remained flat by 0.0% to -$2.27M in Q4 2024 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric declined by 146.1%, from $4.92M to -$2.27M. Over 3 years (FY 2021 to FY 2024), Increase (decrease) in amount of unrecognized tax benefits shows a downward trend with a 81.7% CAGR. This is a positive signal — lower values indicate better performance for this metric.

Analysis

StatementIncome Statement
SectionOther
CategoryRisk
SignalLower is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ4 2024Feb 19, 2026

How to read this metric

An increase suggests higher tax uncertainty or aggressive tax planning, while a decrease suggests resolution of past uncertainties.

Detailed definition

This represents the net change in the total reserve for uncertain tax positions during the reporting period. It reflects...

Peer comparison

Standard disclosure under ASC 740 regarding uncertain tax positions.

Metric ID: other_unrecognized_tax_benefits_period_increase_decrease

Historical Data

4 years
 FY'21FY'22FY'23FY'24
Value-$1.51M-$2.35M$19.66M-$9.06M
YoY Change-55.8%+935.2%-146.1%
Range-$9.06M$19.66M
CAGR+81.7%
Avg YoY Growth+244.4%
Median YoY Growth-55.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cadence Design Systems's increase (decrease) in amount of unrecognized tax benefits?
Cadence Design Systems (CDNS) reported increase (decrease) in amount of unrecognized tax benefits of -$2.27M in Q4 2024.
How has Cadence Design Systems's increase (decrease) in amount of unrecognized tax benefits changed year-over-year?
Cadence Design Systems's increase (decrease) in amount of unrecognized tax benefits decreased by 146.1% year-over-year, from $4.92M to -$2.27M.
What is the long-term trend for Cadence Design Systems's increase (decrease) in amount of unrecognized tax benefits?
Over 3 years (2021 to 2024), Cadence Design Systems's increase (decrease) in amount of unrecognized tax benefits has grown at a 81.7% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from -$1.51M to -$9.06M.
What does increase (decrease) in amount of unrecognized tax benefits mean?
The net change in the company's reserve for uncertain tax positions.