Goodwill
Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-002330
The intangible asset of a business representing its reputation, customer loyalty, brand recognition, and other non-physical factors that contribute to its value beyond its tangible assets. It is often recognized in accounting when one company acquires another for a price exceeding the fair value of its identifiable net assets. Goodwill is subject to impairment testing under accounting standards like GAAP and IFRS.
| Identifier | MLC-T-LAW-002330 |
|---|---|
| Field | Law |
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