Discontinued — last reported Q4 '17
Consolidation · Depreciation
Operating Segments — Depreciation
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryEfficiency
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ4 2017
How to read this metric
Rising depreciation often follows heavy capital investment, while stable levels suggest consistent asset usage.
Detailed definition
This metric represents the systematic allocation of the cost of tangible assets over their useful lives as an expense. I...
Peer comparison
Standard accounting expense for all capital-intensive businesses.
Metric ID:
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What does operating segments — depreciation mean?
- The non-cash expense representing the wear and tear of physical assets.