15. Loss per Share

The computation of basic earnings (loss) per share (EPS) is based on the weighted-average number of our common shares outstanding. The computation of diluted EPS is based on the weighted-average number of our common shares outstanding and potential dilutive common shares outstanding during the period as determined by using the treasury stock method.

Basic and diluted EPS for the years ended December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023 were calculated as follows (in millions, except per share data):
Years Ended December 31,
202520242023
Numerator:
Net loss
$(2,822)$(3,561)$(4,714)
Denominator:
Basic and diluted weighted-average common shares outstanding
389 384 382 
Basic and diluted EPS
$(7.26)$(9.28)$(12.33)

The following common stock equivalents, presented based on amounts outstanding as of December 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023, were excluded from the calculation of diluted EPS attributable to common stockholders for the periods indicated because their inclusion would have been anti-dilutive (in millions):
December 31,
202520242023
Options27 26 26 
RSUs and PSUs11 
Total38 34 31 

Historical Timeline

Fiscal YearFiled
2025Feb 20, 2026Showing above
2024Feb 21, 2025
2023Feb 23, 2024
2022Feb 24, 2023
2021Feb 25, 2022

About Earnings Per Share Disclosures

The earnings per share disclosure breaks down the calculation from net income to both basic and diluted EPS, revealing the full impact of a company's capital structure on per-share economics. The reconciliation between basic and diluted share counts exposes how many stock options, RSUs, convertible securities, and warrants are potentially dilutive to existing shareholders.

Key signals: a widening gap between basic and diluted shares indicates growing dilution from equity compensation or convertible instruments. Anti-dilutive securities excluded from the diluted calculation deserve attention — they represent latent dilution that will materialize if the stock price rises. Watch for the effect of share buybacks on per-share metrics: EPS growth driven primarily by repurchases rather than income growth signals weakening fundamentals. Compare year-over-year changes in the diluted share count against equity compensation expense to assess whether management is effectively managing dilution.