What is Palo Alto Networks, Inc.'s shares reserved for future issuance under stock plans?

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) reported shares reserved for future issuance under stock plans of 3M in Q4 2025.

Discontinued — last reported Q2 '21

Shares Reserved for Future Issuance Under Stock Plans

Palo Alto Networks, Inc. Shares Reserved for Future Issuance Under Stock Plans increased by 11.1% to 3M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. This increase may warrant attention — for this metric, lower values are generally preferred.

Analysis

StatementBalance Sheet Statement

SectionEquity

CategoryCapital Allocation

SignalLower is better

VolatilityStable

First reportedQ2 2016

Last reportedQ2 2021

How to read this metric

A high number indicates significant future dilution potential, while a decrease suggests a reduction in equity-based compensation overhead.

Detailed definition

This represents the total number of common shares authorized and set aside for future issuance to employees and director...

Peer comparison

Standard disclosure for all publicly traded companies with equity-based incentive programs.

Metric ID: shares_reserved_for_stock_plans

Historical Data

3 periods

	Q1 '25	Q2 '25	Q4 '25
Value	2.7M	2.7M	3M
QoQ Change	—	+0.0%	+11.1%

Range2.7M – 3M

Current Streak2+ quarters growth

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Palo Alto Networks, Inc.'s shares reserved for future issuance under stock plans?: Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) reported shares reserved for future issuance under stock plans of 3M in Q4 2025.
What does shares reserved for future issuance under stock plans mean?: The total number of shares set aside to be issued for future employee stock compensation.