Discontinued — last reported Q1 '18
Consolidation · Intangible Amortization
Operating Segments — Intangible Amortization
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryProfitability
SignalLower is better
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ4 2013
Last reportedQ1 2018
How to read this metric
An increase suggests higher recent acquisition activity or a larger base of amortizable intangible assets, while a decrease may indicate older assets are becoming fully amortized.
Detailed definition
This represents the periodic non-cash expense recognized to allocate the cost of acquired intangible assets over their e...
Peer comparison
Standard across technology hardware and semiconductor equipment peers who utilize M&A for growth.
Metric ID:
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What does operating segments — intangible amortization mean?
- The annual non-cash expense recorded for the gradual write-down of acquired intangible assets.