Operating Expenses
Compensation and benefits
Analysis
StatementIncome Statement
SectionOperating Expenses
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ4 2014
Last reportedQ4 2025
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:
is_compensation_and_benefitsBusiness Segments
| Segment | Q1 '24 | Q2 '24 | Q3 '24 | Q4 '24 | Q2 '25 | Q3 '25 | Q4 '25 | Q1 '26 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global Linear Networks | — | — | — | — | $505.00M | $479.00M | $529.00M | $529.00M |
| Studios | — | — | — | — | $232.00M | $240.00M | $261.00M | $251.00M |
| Streaming | — | — | — | — | — | — | $208.00M | $186.00M |
| DTC | $193.25M | $193.25M | $193.25M | $193.25M | — | — | — | — |
| Networks | $538.25M | $538.25M | $538.25M | $538.25M | — | — | — | — |
| Total | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
DTC, Networks are derived from annual filings.
DTC, Networks were previously reported and have since been discontinued or reclassified. Only currently active segments are shown in the chart.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What does compensation and benefits mean?
- The total cost of employee salaries, bonuses, and benefits.