Investing
Intangible Purchases
Analysis
StatementCash Flow Statement
SectionInvesting
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2021
Last reportedQ4 2025Feb 6, 2026
How to read this metric
Higher spending indicates a focus on R&D and future-proofing the product portfolio.
Detailed definition
This metric tracks cash outflows for the acquisition or development of intangible assets, including software, patents, a...
Peer comparison
Highly relevant for software and tech companies; often compared against R&D expense ratios.
Metric ID:
purchases_of_intangiblesHistorical Data
5 years
| FY'21 | FY'22 | FY'23 | FY'24 | FY'25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Value | $0.00 | $1.00B | $1.78B | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| YoY Change | — | — | +77.1% | -100.0% | — |
Range$0.00 – $1.78B
Avg YoY Growth-11.4%
Median YoY Growth-11.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Philip Morris International's intangible purchases?
- Philip Morris International (PM) reported intangible purchases of $0.00 in Q4 2025.
- What does intangible purchases mean?
- Cash spent on acquiring or developing software and other intangible assets.