Operating Expenses
Compensation and benefits
Analysis
StatementIncome Statement
SectionOperating Expenses
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityStable
How to read this metric
An increase often reflects headcount growth or higher performance-based incentives, while a decrease may indicate efficiency initiatives or workforce reductions.
Detailed definition
Includes all salaries, wages, bonuses, stock-based compensation, and employee benefit costs for the workforce. This is t...
Peer comparison
Highly comparable across all sectors; usually found under 'Personnel' or 'Staffing' expenses.
Metric ID:
compensation_and_benefitsBusiness Segments
| Segment | Q1 '25 | Q2 '25 | Q3 '25 | Q4 '25 | Q1 '26 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google Services | $11.34B | $11.31B | $11.07B | $11.41B | $12.21B |
| Google Cloud | $5.41B | $5.52B | $5.59B | $5.56B | $6.44B |
| Total | — | — | — | — | — |
Compensation and benefits at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does compensation and benefits mean?
- The total cost of employee salaries, bonuses, and benefits.