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Unlike physical assets such as machinery or real estate, intangible assets lack a physical presence. They include things like brand recognition, customer loyalty, patents, copyrights and business ...

Intangible assets have become increasingly important in the modern economy, yet many funds still prioritize book value. Traditionally, businesses have been valued based on their book value, which is ...

How valuable are a company’s IT systems, employee skills, culture? For many, they are worth far more than the physical and financial assets that can be tallied on a balance sheet. Measuring the value ...

Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. These days, intangible assets—like brand reputation, organizational culture, intellectual ...

Consider this scenario: A hot new startup needs cash to invest in growth. Being a young company, its founders have few tangible assets they could use to secure a loan. The company has plenty of ...

As AI automates routine tasks, the value of uniquely human skills increases. We believe companies that innovate to solve environmental challenges or address societal needs can unlock significant ...

The digitization of our world means that many people do not just rely on technology—they may actually own it. The increasing prevalence of intangible assets cannot be ignored. But when was the last ...

Ownership of intangible assets has powered centuries of innovation and economic growth. The value of virtual property and digital rights is more important than ever before as it fuels the next wave of ...

As companies increasingly compete on the basis of technology, brand, and knowledge, a new study reveals that the effectiveness of corporate boards plays a critical role in maximizing the value of ...