Discontinued — last reported Q4 '11

Non-Current Assets

Deferred Tax Assets - Net Operating Loss Carryforwards

Analysis

StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionNon-Current Assets
CategoryProfitability
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2009
Last reportedQ4 2011
Rolls up to
Deferred Tax Assets Gross

How to read this metric

An increase indicates a larger pool of tax shields available to offset future taxable income, potentially lowering future tax rates.

Detailed definition

This represents the tax benefit available to the company from net operating losses that can be carried forward to offset...

Peer comparison

Common for companies with historical volatility or recent restructuring activities.

Metric ID: deferred_tax_assets_nol_carryforwards

Frequently Asked Questions

What does deferred tax assets - net operating loss carryforwards mean?
The value of past losses that can be used to reduce future tax payments.