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Changes in unrecognized tax benefits

Thermo Fisher Scientific Changes in unrecognized tax benefits increased by 103.6% to $1.00M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 103.6%, from -$28.00M to $1.00M. This increase may warrant attention — for this metric, lower values are generally preferred.

Analysis

StatementIncome Statement
SectionOther
CategoryRisk
SignalLower is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2018
Last reportedQ1 2026May 1, 2026

How to read this metric

A decrease in reserves may signal the resolution of tax audits or a reduction in tax-related legal risk.

Detailed definition

Represents the net change in reserves for uncertain tax positions, often referred to as unrecognized tax benefits. This...

Peer comparison

Standard disclosure under ASC 740 for companies with complex tax structures.

Metric ID: other_income_tax_reconciliation_tax_contingencies

Historical Data

8 periods
 Q1 '23Q2 '23Q3 '23Q1 '24Q2 '24Q3 '24Q1 '25Q1 '26
Value$9.00M-$1.00M$1.00M$240.00M-$45.00M$21.00M-$28.00M$1.00M
QoQ Change-111.1%+200.0%>999%-118.8%+146.7%-233.3%+103.6%
YoY Change>999%<-999%>999%-111.7%+103.6%
Range-$45.00M$240.00M
CAGR-71.5%
Avg YoY Growth+31.7%
Median YoY Growth+103.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thermo Fisher Scientific's changes in unrecognized tax benefits?
Thermo Fisher Scientific (TMO) reported changes in unrecognized tax benefits of $1.00M in Q1 2026.
How has Thermo Fisher Scientific's changes in unrecognized tax benefits changed year-over-year?
Thermo Fisher Scientific's changes in unrecognized tax benefits increased by 103.6% year-over-year, from -$28.00M to $1.00M.
What does changes in unrecognized tax benefits mean?
The net change in the company's reserves for potential tax disputes or uncertain tax positions.