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Changes in unrecognized tax benefits
ServiceNow Changes in unrecognized tax benefits remained flat by 0.0% to $2.75M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 266.7%, from $750K to $2.75M. Over 2 years (FY 2023 to FY 2025), Changes in unrecognized tax benefits shows an upward trend with a 10.6% CAGR. This is a positive signal — lower values indicate better performance for this metric.
Analysis
StatementIncome Statement
SectionOther
CategoryRisk
SignalLower is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2023
Last reportedQ4 2025Jan 29, 2026
How to read this metric
An increase indicates higher uncertainty regarding tax positions, potentially signaling future tax liabilities.
Detailed definition
This reflects the net change in reserves for uncertain tax positions that the company has taken or expects to take on it...
Peer comparison
Standard metric for companies with complex global tax footprints.
Metric ID:
other_income_tax_reconciliation_tax_contingenciesHistorical Data
3 years
| FY'23 | FY'24 | FY'25 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Value | $9M | $3M | $11M |
| YoY Change | — | -66.7% | +266.7% |
Range$3M – $11M
CAGR+10.6%
Avg YoY Growth+100.0%
Median YoY Growth+100.0%
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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 $2.75M in Q4 2025.
- How has ServiceNow's changes in unrecognized tax benefits changed year-over-year?
- ServiceNow's changes in unrecognized tax benefits increased by 266.7% year-over-year, from $750K to $2.75M.
- What is the long-term trend for ServiceNow's changes in unrecognized tax benefits?
- Over 2 years (2023 to 2025), ServiceNow's changes in unrecognized tax benefits has grown at a 10.6% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $9M to $11M.
- What does changes in unrecognized tax benefits mean?
- The change in the amount set aside for potential tax disputes.