Indefinite- lived intangible impairment
Merck & Co. Indefinite- lived intangible impairment increased by 31.4% to $55.41B in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 31.4%, from $42.16B to $55.41B. Over 5 years (FY 2020 to FY 2025), Indefinite- lived intangible impairment shows an upward trend with a 10.8% CAGR. This increase may warrant attention — for this metric, lower values are generally preferred.
Analysis
How to read this metric
An increase in impairment charges signals a decline in the value of the company's intangible assets, potentially indicating poor acquisition outcomes or changing market conditions.
Detailed definition
This represents the gross value of indefinite-lived intangible assets, excluding goodwill, that have been subject to imp...
Peer comparison
Varies significantly based on M&A history; companies with frequent acquisitions often show higher volatility in this metric.
other_intangible_assets_gross_excluding_goodwillHistorical Data
| Q4 '21 | Q4 '22 | Q4 '23 | Q4 '24 | Q4 '25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Value | $42.44B | $41.75B | $41.60B | $42.16B | $55.41B |
| QoQ Change | — | -1.6% | -0.3% | +1.3% | +31.4% |
| YoY Change | — | -1.6% | -0.3% | +1.3% | +31.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Merck & Co.'s indefinite- lived intangible impairment?
- Merck & Co. (MRK) reported indefinite- lived intangible impairment of $55.41B in Q4 2025.
- How has Merck & Co.'s indefinite- lived intangible impairment changed year-over-year?
- Merck & Co.'s indefinite- lived intangible impairment increased by 31.4% year-over-year, from $42.16B to $55.41B.
- What is the long-term trend for Merck & Co.'s indefinite- lived intangible impairment?
- Over 5 years (2020 to 2025), Merck & Co.'s indefinite- lived intangible impairment has grown at a 10.8% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $33.24B to $55.41B.
- What does indefinite- lived intangible impairment mean?
- The total value of non-goodwill intangible assets that have been written down due to a loss in value.