Business Segments · Amortization of purchased intangibles
Reportable Segment — Amortization of purchased intangibles
Adobe Reportable Segment — Amortization of purchased intangibles decreased by 53.0% to $39.00M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter.
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryOther
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2025
Last reportedQ1 2026
How to read this metric
This is a non-cash accounting charge that reflects past acquisition activity rather than current operational performance.
Detailed definition
This represents the periodic expense recognized for the gradual write-down of intangible assets acquired through busines...
Peer comparison
Standard accounting practice for companies that grow through M&A.
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adbe_segment_reportable_segment_amortization_of_purchased_intangiblesHistorical Data
2 periods
| Q4 '24 | Q4 '25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Value | $83.00M | $39.00M |
| QoQ Change | — | -53.0% |
| YoY Change | — | -53.0% |
Range$39.00M – $83.00M
Avg YoY Growth-53.0%
Median YoY Growth-53.0%
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Adobe's reportable segment — amortization of purchased intangibles?
- Adobe (ADBE) reported reportable segment — amortization of purchased intangibles of $39.00M in Q4 2025.
- What does reportable segment — amortization of purchased intangibles mean?
- The periodic accounting cost of writing down the value of acquired intangible assets.