Discontinued — last reported Q4 '17
Consolidation · Deferred Policy Acquisition Cost Amortization Expense
Operating Segments — Deferred Policy Acquisition Cost Amortization Expense
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ4 2017
How to read this metric
An increase generally correlates with higher historical sales volume and the timing of policy expirations.
Detailed definition
This represents the periodic expense recognized as deferred policy acquisition costs are systematically charged to the i...
Peer comparison
Standard accounting practice for insurers; comparable across peers based on the duration and nature of their insurance products.
Metric ID:
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What does operating segments — deferred policy acquisition cost amortization expense mean?
- The portion of previously deferred acquisition costs that is recognized as an expense in the current period.