Discontinued — last reported Q1 '18
Consolidation · Intangible Amortization
Material Reconciling Items — Intangible Amortization
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryProfitability
SignalLower is better
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ2 2015
Last reportedQ1 2018
How to read this metric
An increase reflects a larger portfolio of acquired intellectual property, which is a standard feature of growth-by-acquisition strategies.
Detailed definition
This metric represents the periodic non-cash expense of allocating the cost of acquired intangible assets, such as paten...
Peer comparison
Standard for all companies with significant M&A activity and intellectual property portfolios.
Metric ID:
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What does material reconciling items — intangible amortization mean?
- The non-cash cost of writing down the value of acquired intangible assets over time.