Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Net

Non-Current Assets

Caterpillar Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Net decreased by 39.6% to $241.00M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Year-over-year, this metric declined by 39.6%, from $399.00M to $241.00M. Over 5 years (FY 2020 to FY 2025), Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Net shows a downward trend with a -28.7% CAGR.

Analysis

StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionNon-Current Assets
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ4 2020
Last reportedQ3 2025

How to read this metric

A declining net value relative to gross suggests aging assets, while a stable or increasing value indicates ongoing investment or acquisitions.

Detailed definition

This is the carrying value of intangible assets with a finite life after subtracting accumulated amortization from the g...

Peer comparison

Commonly reported by all public companies; essential for comparing asset quality and amortization policies against industry peers.

Metric ID: finite_lived_intangible_assets_net

Historical Data

5 periods
 Q4 '21Q4 '22Q4 '23Q4 '24Q4 '25
Value$1.04B$758.00M$564.00M$399.00M$241.00M
QoQ Change—-27.3%-25.6%-29.3%-39.6%
YoY Change—-27.3%-25.6%-29.3%-39.6%
Range$241.00M – $1.04B
CAGR-76.9%
Avg YoY Growth-30.4%
Median YoY Growth-28.3%
Current Streak4+ quarters decline

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Caterpillar's finite-lived intangible assets, net?
Caterpillar (CAT) reported finite-lived intangible assets, net of $241.00M in Q4 2025.
How has Caterpillar's finite-lived intangible assets, net changed year-over-year?
Caterpillar's finite-lived intangible assets, net decreased by 39.6% year-over-year, from $399.00M to $241.00M.
What is the long-term trend for Caterpillar's finite-lived intangible assets, net?
Over 5 years (2020 to 2025), Caterpillar's finite-lived intangible assets, net has grown at a -28.7% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $1.31B to $241.00M.
What does finite-lived intangible assets, net mean?
The current book value of intangible assets with a limited lifespan after accounting for wear and tear.

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