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Amortization
The systematic recognition of an intangible asset's declining value or cost over its estimated economic life, recorded as expense and reduced book value.
What traders should verify
For Amortization, identify the statement, reporting period, accounting policy, footnote support, comparable periods, and cash-flow effect.
Do not conflate
Amortization is an accounting measure or classification; it is not automatically cash, fair value, liquidity, or current market value.
Primary source
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