Definition
Allocation of an intangible asset's cost over time.
Why it’s relevant today
Acquisitions often create sizable intangible assets and amortization.
Why it matters
It affects reported profit and comparisons among acquisitive companies.
Allocation of an intangible asset's cost over time.
Acquisitions often create sizable intangible assets and amortization.
It affects reported profit and comparisons among acquisitive companies.
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