intangible

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U.S. accounting rules for intangible assets have been subject to criticism for potentially understating their true value or sometimes excluding some internally developed assets entirely.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

"But at the same time, we are stable, we are predictable. We are reliable and we are trusted, and these are intangible assets that others would die to have."

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

The recent quarter included a $29 million non-cash impairment charge of an intangible asset, the company said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

Citi says those concerns are misplaced, noting that sales of intangible assets, including gaming virtual items, remain subject to a 6% VAT.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026

They are paths followed by fish; although unseen and intangible, they are linked with the outflow of waters from the coastal rivers.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson