Discontinued — last reported Q4 '18

Operating Expenses

Defined Contribution Plan Expense

VeriSign Defined Contribution Plan Expense remained flat by 0.0% to $1.60M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 6.7%, from $1.50M to $1.60M. Over 4 years (FY 2021 to FY 2025), Defined Contribution Plan Expense shows an upward trend with a 5.3% 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

5 years
 FY'21FY'22FY'23FY'24FY'25
Value$5.20M$5.50M$5.80M$6.00M$6.40M
YoY Change—+5.8%+5.5%+3.4%+6.7%
Range$5.20M – $6.40M
CAGR+5.3%
Avg YoY Growth+5.3%
Median YoY Growth+5.6%
Current Streak4+ years growth

Frequently Asked Questions

What is VeriSign's defined contribution plan expense?
VeriSign (VRSN) reported defined contribution plan expense of $1.60M in Q4 2025.
How has VeriSign's defined contribution plan expense changed year-over-year?
VeriSign's defined contribution plan expense increased by 6.7% year-over-year, from $1.50M to $1.60M.
What is the long-term trend for VeriSign's defined contribution plan expense?
Over 4 years (2021 to 2025), VeriSign's defined contribution plan expense has grown at a 5.3% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $5.20M to $6.40M.
What does defined contribution plan expense mean?
The cost of company contributions to employee retirement savings plans.