International Business Machines IBM Interest expense and penalties, net (benefit)/charge recognized

Interest expense and penalties, net (benefit)/charge recognized at other companies

AccentureACN

-$5.01M-154%

FAQ

What is International Business Machines's interest expense and penalties, net (benefit)/charge recognized?

International Business Machines (IBM) reported interest expense and penalties, net (benefit)/charge recognized of -$33.75M in Q4 2025.

How has International Business Machines's interest expense and penalties, net (benefit)/charge recognized changed year-over-year?

International Business Machines's interest expense and penalties, net (benefit)/charge recognized decreased by 147.9% year-over-year, from $70.5M to -$33.75M.

What is the long-term trend for International Business Machines's interest expense and penalties, net (benefit)/charge recognized?

Over 4 years (2021 to 2025), International Business Machines's interest expense and penalties, net (benefit)/charge recognized has grown at a 1.9% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $125M to -$135M.

What does interest expense and penalties, net (benefit)/charge recognized mean?

This metric tracks the net interest and penalties accrued or reversed related to uncertain tax positions. It reflects the cost of carrying tax uncertainty over time and the financial impact of audit outcomes. High levels of interest and penalties can indicate long-standing or significant tax disputes.