Stock-Based Compensation for Salesforce (CRM)
Stock-Based Compensation for Salesforce (CRM): headline value $3.51B · YoY +10.2%. Annual and quarterly series, chart, and tables are below.
Headline figure above is from the reporting period ending (reported ). Chart and table below cover the full reported history back to .

CRM
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Latest period
$3.51B
YoY change
+10.2%
5Y CAGR
+9.9%
Peak year (2026)
$3.51B
Latest annual
$3.51B
Stock-Based Compensation history chart for Salesforce (CRM) from 2003 to 2026
Stock-Based Compensation history table for Salesforce (CRM) from 2003 to 2026
| Fiscal year | Period ended | Reported | Stock-Based Compensation | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3.51B | +10.2% | ||
| 2025 | $3.18B | +14.2% | ||
| 2024 | $2.79B | -15.0% | ||
| 2023 | $3.28B | +18.0% | ||
| 2022 | $2.78B | +26.9% | ||
| 2021 | $2.19B | +22.7% | ||
| 2020 | $1.78B | +39.1% | ||
| 2019 | $1.28B | +28.7% | ||
| 2018 | $997.01M | +21.5% | ||
| 2017 | $820.37M | +38.2% | ||
| 2016 | $593.63M | +5.1% | ||
| 2015 | $564.76M | +12.2% | ||
| 2014 | $503.28M | +32.7% | ||
| 2013 | $379.35M | +65.5% | ||
| 2012 | $229.26M | +90.4% | ||
| 2011 | $120.43M | +35.5% | ||
| 2010 | $88.89M | — | ||
| 2009 | $0 | — | ||
| 2008 | $0 | — | ||
| 2007 | $0 | — | ||
| 2006 | $0 | — | ||
| 2005 | $0 | — | ||
| 2004 | $0 | — | ||
| 2003 | $0 | — |
Stock-Based Compensation values are taken from Salesforce's reported cash flow statements (10-Q quarterly and 10-K annual filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission). Each row shows the period end date and the date the filing was reported; YoY compares each figure to the same period one year earlier. Amounts are in USD as filed.
Analysis
Salesforce (CRM) most recent annual stock-based compensation stands at $3.51B (2026) – grew 10.2% year-over-year.
Salesforce stock-based compensation has recorded the values shown across consecutive periods, with a +9.9% compound annual growth rate over 2021–2026 (5 years).
The highest annual stock-based compensation of $3.51B was reported in 2026. The lowest in the available history was $0 in 2003.
Within Technology, Salesforce (CRM) ranks 5th among 8 peers we track. The peer median for stock-based compensation is $4.01B.
Salesforce Stock-Based Compensation by Year
Salesforce Stock-Based Compensation 2026: $3.51B
Salesforce stock-based compensation in 2026 was $3.51B, grew 10.2% from 2025. This figure represents the highest annual value in the available history.
Salesforce Stock-Based Compensation 2025: $3.18B
Salesforce stock-based compensation in 2025 was $3.18B, grew 14.2% from 2024.
Salesforce Stock-Based Compensation 2024: $2.79B
Salesforce stock-based compensation in 2024 was $2.79B, declined 15.0% below 2023.
Salesforce Stock-Based Compensation 2023: $3.28B
Salesforce stock-based compensation in 2023 was $3.28B, grew 18.0% from 2022.
Salesforce Stock-Based Compensation 2022: $2.78B
Salesforce stock-based compensation in 2022 was $2.78B.
See more financial history for Salesforce (CRM).
Sector peers — Stock-Based Compensation
Companies in the same sector as Salesforce, ranked by their latest stock-based compensation.
| Company | Stock-Based Compensation | Sector |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Inc. (AAPL) | $12.86B | Technology |
| Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) | $11.97B | Technology |
| Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) | $7.57B | Technology |
| NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA) | $6.39B | Technology |
| Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) | $1.64B | Technology |
| Micron Technology, Inc. (MU) | $972.00M | Technology |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSM) | $0 | Technology |
| ASML Holding N.V. (ASML) | $0 | Technology |
Frequently asked questions
What is Salesforce's stock-based compensation?
Latest reported stock-based compensation for Salesforce (CRM) is $3.51B (period ending January 31, 2026).
How has Salesforce stock-based compensation changed year-over-year?
Salesforce (CRM) stock-based compensation changed +10.2% year-over-year on the latest annual filing.
What is the long-term growth rate of Salesforce stock-based compensation?
Salesforce (CRM) stock-based compensation compound annual growth rate is +9.9% over the most recent 5 years available.
When did Salesforce stock-based compensation hit its highest annual value?
Salesforce stock-based compensation reached its highest annual value of $3.51B in 2026.
What was Salesforce stock-based compensation in 2025?
Salesforce (CRM) stock-based compensation in 2025 was $3.18B.
What was Salesforce stock-based compensation in 2026?
Salesforce (CRM) stock-based compensation in 2026 was $3.51B.
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