Discontinued — last reported Q1 '18
Consolidation · Intangible Amortization
Material Reconciling Items — Intangible Amortization
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryProfitability
SignalLower is better
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ1 2018
How to read this metric
Higher levels of amortization generally reflect a history of significant acquisition activity, which impacts reported GAAP earnings but does not affect cash flow.
Detailed definition
This metric reflects the non-cash expense associated with the systematic write-down of intangible assets, such as acquir...
Peer comparison
Comparable to acquisition-related intangible amortization charges reported by other companies with aggressive M&A strategies in the life sciences and diagnostics sectors.
Metric ID:
tmo_segment_material_reconciling_items_amortization_of_intangible_assetsSimilar Metrics at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does material reconciling items — intangible amortization mean?
- The non-cash expense of writing down the value of acquired intangible assets that is not assigned to specific business segments.