Non-Current Assets

Software and Technology Licenses, Net

Merck & Co. Software and Technology Licenses, Net increased by 5.3% to $19.81B in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric grew by 18.1%, from $16.77B to $19.81B. Over 3 years (FY 2022 to FY 2025), Software and Technology Licenses, Net shows an upward trend with a 25.5% CAGR. This is a positive signal — higher values indicate stronger performance for this metric.

Analysis

StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionNon-Current Assets
CategoryEfficiency
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2022
Last reportedQ1 2026May 4, 2026

How to read this metric

An increase suggests ongoing investment in technology and digital capabilities, which can drive long-term operational efficiency.

Detailed definition

This represents the capitalized cost of acquired software and technology licenses, net of accumulated amortization. It r...

Peer comparison

Increasingly important across the restaurant sector as companies invest in mobile apps, kiosks, and data analytics.

Metric ID: software_technology_licenses_net

Historical Data

12 periods
 Q4 '22Q3 '23Q4 '23Q1 '24Q2 '24Q3 '24Q4 '24Q1 '25Q2 '25Q3 '25Q4 '25Q1 '26
Value$9.53B$10.56B$12.00B$12.33B$12.70B$14.44B$16.04B$16.77B$17.66B$18.33B$18.82B$19.81B
QoQ Change+10.8%+13.6%+2.8%+3.1%+13.7%+11.1%+4.5%+5.3%+3.8%+2.6%+5.3%
YoY Change+25.9%+36.8%+33.7%+36.0%+39.1%+26.9%+17.3%+18.1%
Range$9.53B$19.81B
CAGR+30.5%
Avg YoY Growth+29.2%
Median YoY Growth+30.3%
Current Streak11+ quarters growth

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Merck & Co.'s software and technology licenses, net?
Merck & Co. (MRK) reported software and technology licenses, net of $19.81B in Q1 2026.
How has Merck & Co.'s software and technology licenses, net changed year-over-year?
Merck & Co.'s software and technology licenses, net increased by 18.1% year-over-year, from $16.77B to $19.81B.
What is the long-term trend for Merck & Co.'s software and technology licenses, net?
Over 3 years (2022 to 2025), Merck & Co.'s software and technology licenses, net has grown at a 25.5% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $9.53B to $18.82B.
What does software and technology licenses, net mean?
The net book value of the company's software and technology licenses.