Operating Expenses

Compensation and benefits

S&P Global Compensation and benefits decreased by 11.1% to $24.00M in Q3 2022 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric declined by 22.6%, from $31.00M to $24.00M. This increase may warrant attention — for this metric, lower values are generally preferred.

Analysis

StatementIncome Statement
SectionOperating Expenses
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ1 2026

How to read this metric

An increase often reflects headcount growth or higher performance-based incentives, while a decrease may indicate efficiency initiatives or workforce reductions.

Detailed definition

Includes all salaries, wages, bonuses, stock-based compensation, and employee benefit costs for the workforce. This is t...

Peer comparison

Highly comparable across all sectors; usually found under 'Personnel' or 'Staffing' expenses.

Metric ID: compensation_and_benefits

Historical Data

5 periods
 Q2 '21Q3 '21Q1 '22Q2 '22Q3 '22
Value$32.00M$31.00M$30.00M$27.00M$24.00M
QoQ Change-3.1%-3.2%-10.0%-11.1%
YoY Change-15.6%-22.6%
Range$24.00M$32.00M
CAGR-25.0%
Avg YoY Growth-19.1%
Median YoY Growth-19.1%
Current Streak4+ quarters decline

Frequently Asked Questions

What is S&P Global's compensation and benefits?
S&P Global (SPGI) reported compensation and benefits of $24.00M in Q3 2022.
How has S&P Global's compensation and benefits changed year-over-year?
S&P Global's compensation and benefits decreased by 22.6% year-over-year, from $31.00M to $24.00M.
What does compensation and benefits mean?
The total cost of employee salaries, bonuses, and benefits.