Wells Fargo & Company WFC Unrecognized Tax Benefits

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FAQ

What is Wells Fargo & Company's unrecognized tax benefits?

Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) reported unrecognized tax benefits of $2.53B in Q4 2025.

How has Wells Fargo & Company's unrecognized tax benefits changed year-over-year?

Wells Fargo & Company's unrecognized tax benefits decreased by 18.6% year-over-year, from $3.11B to $2.53B.

What is the long-term trend for Wells Fargo & Company's unrecognized tax benefits?

Over 5 years (2020 to 2025), Wells Fargo & Company's unrecognized tax benefits has grown at a -12.1% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $4.83B to $2.53B.

What does unrecognized tax benefits mean?

This represents the amount of tax benefits from uncertain tax positions that have not been recognized in the financial statements because they do not meet the 'more-likely-than-not' threshold. It reflects the company's exposure to potential tax audits and disputes with tax authorities. This is a key indicator of tax-related legal and financial risk.