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Changes in unrecognized tax benefits
ServiceNow Changes in unrecognized tax benefits increased by 150.0% to 0.5% in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. This increase may warrant attention — for this metric, lower values are generally preferred.
Analysis
StatementIncome Statement
SectionOther
CategoryRisk
SignalLower is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2023
Last reportedQ4 2025Jan 29, 2026
How to read this metric
Frequent adjustments may indicate volatility in the company's tax compliance or audit environment.
Detailed definition
This metric quantifies the impact of changes in unrecognized tax benefits on the effective tax rate. It highlights how a...
Peer comparison
Standard component of tax reconciliation for multinational corporations.
Metric ID:
other_effective_income_tax_rate_reconciliation_tax_conti_ef495cHistorical Data
3 periods
| Q4 '23 | Q4 '24 | Q4 '25 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Value | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| QoQ Change | — | -77.8% | +150.0% |
| YoY Change | — | -77.8% | +150.0% |
Range0.2% – 0.9%
Avg YoY Growth+36.1%
Median YoY Growth+36.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is ServiceNow's changes in unrecognized tax benefits?
- ServiceNow (NOW) reported changes in unrecognized tax benefits of 0.5% in Q4 2025.
- What does changes in unrecognized tax benefits mean?
- The impact of changes in tax reserve estimates on the effective tax rate.