Current Liabilities

Compensation and benefits

Stryker Compensation and benefits increased by 13.7% to $1.60B in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter.

Analysis

StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionCurrent Liabilities
CategoryEfficiency
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2025
Last reportedQ1 2026

How to read this metric

Significant increases may reflect higher headcount, increased compensation, or timing differences in bonus payouts, while decreases could signal cost-cutting or reduced workforce.

Detailed definition

This includes short-term obligations to employees, such as accrued wages, bonuses, vacation pay, and other benefits due...

Peer comparison

Commonly reported by labor-intensive companies, particularly in services and logistics.

Metric ID: current_liabilities_employee_related_liabilities_current

Historical Data

2 periods
 Q4 '24Q4 '25
Value$1.40B$1.60B
QoQ Change—+13.7%
YoY Change—+13.7%
Range$1.40B – $1.60B
Avg YoY Growth+13.7%
Median YoY Growth+13.7%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stryker's compensation and benefits?
Stryker (SYK) reported compensation and benefits of $1.60B in Q4 2025.
What does compensation and benefits mean?
Short-term debts owed to employees for wages, bonuses, and benefits.