Operating Expenses
Defined Contribution Plan Expense
International Business Machines Defined Contribution Plan Expense remained flat by 0.0% to $115.25M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 4.8%, from $110.00M to $115.25M. Over 4 years (FY 2021 to FY 2025), Defined Contribution Plan Expense shows a downward trend with a -17.4% CAGR.
Analysis
StatementIncome Statement
SectionOperating Expenses
CategoryEfficiency
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2018
Last reportedQ4 2025Feb 24, 2026
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_expenseHistorical Data
5 years
| FY'21 | FY'22 | FY'23 | FY'24 | FY'25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Value | $992.00M | $924.00M | $991.00M | $440.00M | $461.00M |
| YoY Change | — | -6.9% | +7.3% | -55.6% | +4.8% |
Range$440.00M – $992.00M
CAGR-17.4%
Avg YoY Growth-12.6%
Median YoY Growth-1.0%
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is International Business Machines's defined contribution plan expense?
- International Business Machines (IBM) reported defined contribution plan expense of $115.25M in Q4 2025.
- How has International Business Machines's defined contribution plan expense changed year-over-year?
- International Business Machines's defined contribution plan expense increased by 4.8% year-over-year, from $110.00M to $115.25M.
- What is the long-term trend for International Business Machines's defined contribution plan expense?
- Over 4 years (2021 to 2025), International Business Machines's defined contribution plan expense has grown at a -17.4% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $992.00M to $461.00M.
- What does defined contribution plan expense mean?
- The cost of company contributions to employee retirement savings plans.