Discontinued — last reported Q4 '20
Products & Services · Write-downs
Mineral, Exploration — Write-downs
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryRisk
SignalLower is better
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2018
Last reportedQ4 2020Feb 17, 2021
Rolls up toImpairment Charges
How to read this metric
An increase signals poor capital allocation or geological disappointment, while a low or zero value suggests successful project management and asset valuation.
Detailed definition
This metric measures the non-cash reduction in the carrying value of exploration assets when their book value exceeds th...
Peer comparison
Mining companies frequently report exploration impairments, with the frequency and magnitude often tied to the cyclical nature of commodity prices and exploration success rates.
Metric ID:
cde_segment_mineral_exploration_write_downsSimilar Metrics at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does mineral, exploration — write-downs mean?
- The accounting reduction in the value of exploration assets due to diminished economic potential or unsuccessful project outcomes.