Discontinued — last reported Q3 '18
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Payments to Acquire Intangible Assets
Analysis
StatementIncome Statement
SectionOther
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ3 2018Nov 8, 2018
How to read this metric
High spending suggests a focus on innovation and strengthening intellectual property, which is vital for tech-heavy companies.
Detailed definition
Represents cash outflows for the acquisition of non-physical assets such as patents, software licenses, or brand rights....
Peer comparison
Common in technology and pharmaceutical sectors where IP is a primary driver of value.
Metric ID:
other_payments_to_acquire_intangible_assetsPayments to Acquire Intangible Assets at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does payments to acquire intangible assets mean?
- Cash spent on acquiring non-physical assets like patents or software.