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Unrecognized tax benefits

Duke Energy Unrecognized tax benefits increased by 19.4% to $74.00M in Q4 2024 compared to the prior quarter. Over 4 years (FY 2020 to FY 2024), Unrecognized tax benefits shows a downward trend with a -12.3% CAGR. This increase may warrant attention — for this metric, lower values are generally preferred.

Analysis

StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionOther
CategoryRisk
SignalLower is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2015
Last reportedQ3 2025

How to read this metric

A decrease suggests the resolution of tax audits or the expiration of statutes of limitations, while an increase suggests new tax positions with higher uncertainty.

Detailed definition

This represents the aggregate amount of tax benefits that have not been recognized in the financial statements because t...

Peer comparison

Peers generally maintain low levels of unrecognized tax benefits to minimize audit risk and financial statement volatility.

Metric ID: other_unrecognized_tax_benefits

Historical Data

4 periods
 Q4 '21Q4 '22Q4 '23Q4 '24
Value$51.00M$65.00M$62.00M$74.00M
QoQ Change+27.5%-4.6%+19.4%
YoY Change+27.5%-4.6%+19.4%
Range$51.00M$74.00M
Avg YoY Growth+14.1%
Median YoY Growth+19.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Duke Energy's unrecognized tax benefits?
Duke Energy (DUK) reported unrecognized tax benefits of $74.00M in Q4 2024.
What is the long-term trend for Duke Energy's unrecognized tax benefits?
Over 4 years (2020 to 2024), Duke Energy's unrecognized tax benefits has grown at a -12.3% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $125.00M to $74.00M.
What does unrecognized tax benefits mean?
The total value of tax savings the company has claimed or expects to claim but has not yet recorded due to uncertainty.