4. Deferred Revenue
The following table represents a roll forward of the Company’s deferred revenue (in thousands):
Year Ended December 31,
20252024
Deferred revenue, beginning of period$45,198 $35,774 
Additions to deferred revenue386,753 304,903 
Recognized revenue in the period(381,244)(295,479)
Deferred revenue, end of period$50,707 $45,198 
During the year ended December 31, 2025, the Company recognized $39.9 million of revenue that was included in the deferred revenue balance as of December 31, 2024. During the year ended December 31, 2024, the Company recognized $33.9 million of revenue that was included in the deferred revenue balance as of December 31, 2023.

Historical Timeline

Fiscal YearFiled
2025Mar 2, 2026Showing above
2024Feb 27, 2025
2023Feb 29, 2024
2022Mar 23, 2023

About Revenue Disclosures

Revenue disclosures under ASC 606 explain how a company identifies performance obligations, allocates transaction prices, and determines when revenue is recognized. This section is essential for understanding whether reported revenue reflects genuine economic activity or aggressive accounting choices. Analysts examine the mix of point-in-time versus over-time recognition, which directly affects revenue timing and comparability.

Key signals: rising contract liabilities (deferred revenue) suggest strong future revenue visibility, while declining contract assets may indicate slowing project milestones. Watch for variable consideration estimates — rebates, returns, and performance bonuses that require management judgment. Significant changes in disaggregated revenue by geography or product line can reveal shifting business mix before it appears in headline numbers. Compare revenue growth against contract liability growth to assess sustainability, and scrutinize any changes in the timing of recognition that coincide with earnings pressure.