SPOI (SPO Networks) Intangible Assets: $0.14 Mil (As of May. 2006)

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What is SPO Networks Intangible Assets?

SPO Networks SPOI -99.67% Intangible Assets is $0.14 Mil as of May. 2006.

Intangible assets are defined as identifiable non-monetary assets that cannot be seen, touched or physically measured. SPO Networks's intangible assets for the quarter that ended in May. 2006 was $0.14 Mil.

SPO Networks  (OTCPK:SPOI) Intangible Assets Explanation

If a company (company A) received a patent through their own work, though it has value, it does not show up on its balance sheet as an intangible asset. However, if company A sells this patent to company B, it will show up on company B's balance sheet as an intangible asset.

The same applies to brand names, trade secrets etc. For instance, Coca-Cola's brand is extremely valuable, but the brand does not appear on its balance sheet, because the brand was never acquired.

Some intangibles are amortized. Amortization is the depreciation of intangible assets.

Many intangibles are not amortized. They may still be written down when the company decides the asset is impaired.

Whenever you see an increase in goodwill over a number of years, you can assume it's because the company is out buying other businesses above book value. GOOD if buying businesses with durable competitive advantage.

If goodwill stays the same, the company when acquiring other companies is either paying less than book value or not acquiring. Businesses with moats never sell for less than book value.

Intangibles acquired are on balance sheet at fair value.

Internally developed brand names (Coke, Wrigleys, Band-Aid) however are not reflected on the balance sheet.

One of the reasons competitive advantage power can remain hidden for so long.

Be Aware

Companies may change the way intangible assets are amortized, and this will affect their reported earnings.

SPO Networks Intangible Assets Related Terms

SPO Networks Intangible Assets Historical Data

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SPO Networks Intangible Assets Chart

SPO Networks Annual Data
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SPO Networks Quarterly Data
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SPO Networks Intangible Assets Calculation

Intangible assets are defined as identifiable non-monetary assets that cannot be seen, touched or physically measured. Examples of intangible assets include trade secrets, copyrights, patents, trademarks. If a company acquires assets at the prices above the book value, it may carry goodwill on its balance sheet. Goodwill reflects the difference between the price the company paid and the book value of the assets.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Intangible Assets →
What does a Intangible Assets of $0.14 Mil mean?
SPO Networks (SPOI) has a Intangible Assets of $0.14 Mil as of May. 2006. Intangible assets include patents, goodwill and trade secrets. View historical data on SPO Networks and its competitors.
Is SPO Networks' Intangible Assets too high?
SPO Networks' current Intangible Assets is $0.14 Mil.
How does SPO Networks' Intangible Assets compare to GKIT and GPVRF?
SPO Networks' Intangible Assets of $0.14 Mil can be compared against companies in the Diversified Financial Services industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Intangible Assets for a Diversified Financial Services company?
A good Intangible Assets depends on the Diversified Financial Services industry context. However, Intangible Assets should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Intangible Assets mean?
A high Intangible Assets can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Intangible assets include patents, goodwill and trade secrets. View historical data on SPO Networks and its competitors. SPO Networks's current Intangible Assets is $0.14 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is SPO Networks stock overvalued right now?
SPO Networks (SPOI) has a current Intangible Assets of $0.14 Mil. The current Intangible Assets is $0.14 Mil. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Intangible Assets calculated?
Intangible Assets is calculated from a company's financial statements. For SPO Networks (SPOI), the current Intangible Assets is $0.14 Mil as of May. 2006. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

SPO Networks Business Description

Address P.O. Box 600, Farmington, AR, USA, 72730
SPO Networks Inc is engaged in exploring potential acquisitions and opportunities in diversified industries, including performing and non-performing bank loans, coffee retailing and roasting, solid waste and recycling, general contracting, construction, and demolition with special waste remediation.