Discontinued — last reported Q4 '18

Operating Expenses

Defined Contribution Plan Expense

Teledyne Technologies Defined Contribution Plan Expense remained flat by 0.0% to $6.08M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric declined by 19.8%, from $7.58M to $6.08M. Over 3 years (FY 2022 to FY 2025), Defined Contribution Plan Expense shows a downward trend with a -6.5% CAGR.

Analysis

StatementIncome Statement
SectionOperating Expenses
CategoryEfficiency
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ4 2018

How to read this metric

An increase generally correlates with higher headcount or improved benefit packages, while a decrease may signal cost-cutting or reduced matching.

Detailed definition

The total cost recognized by the company for contributions made to employee defined contribution plans, such as 401(k) m...

Peer comparison

Standard operating expense for all large-scale employers; usually scales with total payroll.

Metric ID: msft_defined_contribution_plan_expense

Historical Data

4 years
 FY'22FY'23FY'24FY'25
Value$29.70M$31.40M$30.30M$24.30M
YoY Change—+5.7%-3.5%-19.8%
Range$24.30M – $31.40M
CAGR-6.5%
Avg YoY Growth-5.9%
Median YoY Growth-3.5%
Current Streak2 years decline

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Teledyne Technologies's defined contribution plan expense?
Teledyne Technologies (TDY) reported defined contribution plan expense of $6.08M in Q4 2025.
How has Teledyne Technologies's defined contribution plan expense changed year-over-year?
Teledyne Technologies's defined contribution plan expense decreased by 19.8% year-over-year, from $7.58M to $6.08M.
What is the long-term trend for Teledyne Technologies's defined contribution plan expense?
Over 3 years (2022 to 2025), Teledyne Technologies's defined contribution plan expense has grown at a -6.5% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $29.70M to $24.30M.
What does defined contribution plan expense mean?
The cost of company contributions to employee retirement savings plans.