Subscription — Total stock-based compensation expense
MongoDB Subscription — Total stock-based compensation expense increased by 5.9% to $8.89M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter. This increase may warrant attention — for this metric, lower values are generally preferred.
Analysis
How to read this metric
An increase suggests higher reliance on equity-based incentives for segment personnel, which may dilute shareholders but preserve cash flow. A decrease may indicate a shift toward cash-based compensation or a reduction in equity grant activity.
Detailed definition
This metric represents the total non-cash expense recognized for equity-based awards granted to employees and personnel...
Peer comparison
Comparable to stock-based compensation allocations in SaaS companies, where high growth often correlates with significant equity-based incentives to attract and retain specialized engineering and sales talent.
mdb_segment_subscription_total_stock_based_compensation_expenseHistorical Data
| Q1 '26 | Q1 '27 | |
|---|---|---|
| Value | $8.4M | $8.89M |
| QoQ Change | — | +5.9% |
| YoY Change | — | +5.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is MongoDB's subscription — total stock-based compensation expense?
- MongoDB (MDB) reported subscription — total stock-based compensation expense of $8.89M in Q1 2026.
- What does subscription — total stock-based compensation expense mean?
- The total non-cash cost of stock-based compensation allocated specifically to the subscription services segment.