Operating Expenses

Stock-based compensation expense

Thermo Fisher Scientific Stock-based compensation expense increased by 10.7% to $83.00M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter. This is a positive signal — lower values indicate better performance for this metric.

Analysis

StatementIncome Statement
SectionOperating Expenses
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2025
Last reportedQ1 2026May 1, 2026

How to read this metric

Higher levels indicate significant use of equity for compensation, which can lead to shareholder dilution over time.

Detailed definition

This represents the expense recognized for equity-based awards granted to employees, such as stock options or restricted...

Peer comparison

Standard operating expense for most public companies, particularly in competitive talent markets.

Metric ID: ms_stock_based_compensation

Historical Data

2 periods
 Q1 '25Q1 '26
Value$75.00M$83.00M
QoQ Change+10.7%
YoY Change+10.7%
Range$75.00M$83.00M
Avg YoY Growth+10.7%
Median YoY Growth+10.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thermo Fisher Scientific's stock-based compensation expense?
Thermo Fisher Scientific (TMO) reported stock-based compensation expense of $83.00M in Q1 2026.
What does stock-based compensation expense mean?
The cost of paying employees with company stock instead of cash.