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Unrecognized tax benefits, settlements
PayPal Holdings, Inc. Unrecognized tax benefits, settlements remained flat by 0.0% to $22.50M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Over 4 years (FY 2021 to FY 2025), Unrecognized tax benefits, settlements shows an upward trend with a 56.5% CAGR. This decline may warrant attention — for this metric, higher values are generally preferred.
Analysis
StatementIncome Statement
SectionOther
CategoryRisk
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2020
Last reportedQ4 2025Feb 3, 2026
How to read this metric
A decrease indicates the resolution of tax contingencies, which reduces future financial uncertainty.
Detailed definition
Captures the reduction in unrecognized tax benefits liability resulting from settlements reached with tax authorities. T...
Peer comparison
Standard disclosure in the tax footnote regarding the resolution of uncertain tax positions.
Metric ID:
other_unrecognized_tax_benefits_decreases_resulting_from_2f523fHistorical Data
5 years
| FY'21 | FY'22 | FY'23 | FY'24 | FY'25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Value | $15.00M | $2.00M | $0.00 | $0.00 | $90.00M |
| YoY Change | — | -86.7% | -100.0% | — | — |
Range$0.00 – $90.00M
CAGR+56.5%
Avg YoY Growth-93.3%
Median YoY Growth-93.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is PayPal Holdings, Inc.'s unrecognized tax benefits, settlements?
- PayPal Holdings, Inc. (PYPL) reported unrecognized tax benefits, settlements of $22.50M in Q4 2025.
- What is the long-term trend for PayPal Holdings, Inc.'s unrecognized tax benefits, settlements?
- Over 4 years (2021 to 2025), PayPal Holdings, Inc.'s unrecognized tax benefits, settlements has grown at a 56.5% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $15.00M to $90.00M.
- What does unrecognized tax benefits, settlements mean?
- The decrease in tax liability reserves resulting from settled tax disputes.