Changes in unrecognized tax benefits
Morgan Stanley Changes in unrecognized tax benefits remained flat by 0.0% to $24.75M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 28.6%, from $19.25M to $24.75M. Over 2 years (FY 2023 to FY 2025), Changes in unrecognized tax benefits shows an upward trend with a 22.5% CAGR. This is a positive signal — lower values indicate better performance for this metric.
Analysis
How to read this metric
A decrease suggests the resolution of tax uncertainties, while an increase indicates heightened regulatory scrutiny or new tax positions.
Detailed definition
This metric represents the total amount of unrecognized tax benefits or tax contingencies. It reflects the firm's assess...
Peer comparison
Standard disclosure under accounting standards for uncertain tax positions (e.g., FIN 48/ASC 740).
other_income_tax_reconciliation_tax_contingenciesHistorical Data
| FY'23 | FY'24 | FY'25 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Value | $66.00M | $77.00M | $99.00M |
| YoY Change | — | +16.7% | +28.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Morgan Stanley's changes in unrecognized tax benefits?
- Morgan Stanley (MS) reported changes in unrecognized tax benefits of $24.75M in Q4 2025.
- How has Morgan Stanley's changes in unrecognized tax benefits changed year-over-year?
- Morgan Stanley's changes in unrecognized tax benefits increased by 28.6% year-over-year, from $19.25M to $24.75M.
- What is the long-term trend for Morgan Stanley's changes in unrecognized tax benefits?
- Over 2 years (2023 to 2025), Morgan Stanley's changes in unrecognized tax benefits has grown at a 22.5% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $66.00M to $99.00M.
- What does changes in unrecognized tax benefits mean?
- The total value of reserves set aside for potential tax disputes or uncertain tax positions.