Discontinued — last reported Q4 '17

Non-Current Assets

Indefinite-Lived Research and Development Assets

Howmet Aerospace Indefinite-Lived Research and Development Assets decreased by 13.7% to $63.00M in Q4 2025 compared to the prior quarter. Over 2 years (FY 2023 to FY 2025), Indefinite-Lived Research and Development Assets shows an upward trend with a 62.0% CAGR. This decline may warrant attention — for this metric, higher values are generally preferred.

Analysis

StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionNon-Current Assets
CategoryGrowth
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ3 2015
Last reportedQ4 2017

How to read this metric

An increase indicates active investment in future technology, while a decrease may signal project completion or impairment.

Detailed definition

These are acquired in-process research and development (IPR&D) projects that have not yet reached technological feasibil...

Peer comparison

Common in technology and pharmaceutical sectors following M&A activity.

Metric ID: indefinite_lived_rd_assets

Historical Data

3 periods
 Q4 '23Q4 '24Q4 '25
Value$24.00M$73.00M$63.00M
QoQ Change—+204.2%-13.7%
YoY Change—+204.2%-13.7%
Range$24.00M – $73.00M
Avg YoY Growth+95.2%
Median YoY Growth+95.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Howmet Aerospace's indefinite-lived research and development assets?
Howmet Aerospace (HWM) reported indefinite-lived research and development assets of $63.00M in Q4 2025.
What is the long-term trend for Howmet Aerospace's indefinite-lived research and development assets?
Over 2 years (2023 to 2025), Howmet Aerospace's indefinite-lived research and development assets has grown at a 62.0% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $24.00M to $63.00M.
What does indefinite-lived research and development assets mean?
The value of research projects acquired from other companies that are still in progress.