Discontinued — last reported Q3 '16

Consolidation · Intangible Amortization

Consolidation — Intangible Amortization

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryProfitability
SignalLower is better
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2015
Last reportedQ3 2016
Rolls up toD&A

How to read this metric

High amortization relative to revenue may indicate significant past investment in intellectual property or acquisitions.

Detailed definition

This represents the systematic allocation of the cost of intangible assets, such as software, customer lists, or patents...

Peer comparison

Common across technology and data-driven firms with significant intangible asset bases.

Metric ID: vrsk_segment_operating_segments_amortization_of_intangible_assets

Frequently Asked Questions

What does consolidation — intangible amortization mean?
The non-cash expense of spreading the cost of intangible assets over time for a segment.