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Tax Court rules against BBSI on wage-tax credits; expects $12M charges in Q1 2026
BARRETT BUSINESS SERVICES INC
- Tax Court granted IRS partial summary judgment, denied BBSI's motion, on wage-based tax credits for years 2017-2020.
- BBSI expects $8.6M additional tax expense and $3.4M interest in Q1 2026, covering tax years 2017-2022.
- Company will not record a penalty charge, citing novel legal issues; evaluating rights to appeal.
- Ruling does not affect current operations or client services, according to the company.