What is Apple's indefinite- lived intangible impairment?

Apple (AAPL) reported indefinite- lived intangible impairment of $37.77B in Q1 2026.

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.

Indefinite- lived intangible impairment

Apple Indefinite- lived intangible impairment increased by 51.4% to $37.77B in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter. This increase may warrant attention — for this metric, lower values are generally preferred.

Analysis

StatementBalance Sheet Statement

SectionOther

CategoryProfitability

SignalLower is better

VolatilityVolatile

First reportedQ4 2015

Last reportedQ2 2026May 1, 2026

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.

Metric ID: other_intangible_assets_gross_excluding_goodwill

Historical Data

2 periods

	Q4 '25	Q2 '26
Value	$24.95B	$37.77B
QoQ Change	—	+51.4%

Range$24.95B – $37.77B

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Apple's indefinite- lived intangible impairment?: Apple (AAPL) reported indefinite- lived intangible impairment of $37.77B in Q1 2026.
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.