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Common Non-current Assets and when they are Non-operating

Non-current assets are assets that are not expected to be converted into cash within a year and are reported on a company's balance sheet (sometimes as "long-term assets").

These assets can be either operating or non-operating, depending on whether they are directly related to the company's core business operations or not...: let's see some examples of them and when they are non-operating.


Property, Plant, and Equipment (PPE):

• Manufacturing equipment used in the production of goods

• Buildings used for the operation of the business, such as offices or factories

• Land used for the production or storage of goods


Examples of Non-operatings are...

• Surplus or unused land or buildings not being used for business operations

• Vacation homes or other non-business properties

• Equipment or machinery not necessary for business operations

• Unused or underutilized warehouses or storage facilities



Intangible assets, such as patents, trademarks, copyrights, and goodwill:

• Trademarks or brand names used in the company's core business operations

• Patents related to the company's products or services

• Copyrights related to the company's marketing materials or software.


Examples of Non-operatings are...

• Unused or underutilized patents, trademarks, or copyrights

• Goodwill related to a business combination that is not actively contributing to the company's operations

• Trademarks or brand names that are not used in the company's core business operations

• Non-business-related software or technology patents

• Intellectual property related to products or services that are no longer offered.



Investments in other companies or subsidiaries:

• Investments in subsidiaries or joint ventures that contribute to the company's core business operations

• Investments in suppliers or distributors that are critical to the company's supply chain

• Investments in companies that provide strategic benefits, such as access to new markets or technologies.


Examples of Non-operatings are...

• Investments in unrelated companies that are not part of the company's core business operations

• Investments in companies that have ceased operations or are no longer active

• Investments in non-business-related ventures, such as real estate or art collectionsInvestments in charitable organizations or non-profit entities

• Personal investments made by executives or shareholders.



Long-term investments in stocks, bonds, or other securities:

• Investments in securities related to the company's core business operations, such as industry-specific funds or stock in key suppliers

• Investments in securities that provide strategic benefits, such as access to new markets or technologies

• Investments in securities that generate income or help manage risk.


Examples of Non-operatings are...

• Investments in securities that are not used for trading or other active purposes

• Investments in non-business-related ventures, such as real estate or art collections

• Investments in charitable organizations or non-profit entities

• Investments in non-business-related mutual funds or other investment vehicles.



Deferred tax assets, such as tax credits or losses that can be used to reduce future tax liabilities:

• Tax credits or losses related to the company's core business operations, such as research and development or investment in new technologies

• Tax credits related to sustainable practices or energy efficiency

• Tax losses related to the company's operations or investment strategies.


Examples of Non-operatings are...

• Tax credits or losses that are not directly related to the company's core business operations

• Tax assets that are not expected to be utilized in the foreseeable future

• Tax credits related to charitable donations or other non-business-related activities

• Tax credits related to non-business-related research and development activities.



Long-term prepaid expenses, such as insurance premiums or rent paid in advance:

• Prepaid expenses related to the company's core business operations, such as rent for manufacturing facilities or insurance for key assets

• Prepaid expenses related to the company's research and development activities or new product development

• Prepaid expenses related to marketing or advertising campaigns.


Examples of Non-operatings are...

• Prepaid expenses for non-business-related insurance policies or premiums

• Prepaid rent for non-business-related properties or facilities

• Prepaid expenses for non-business-related services or subscriptions

• Prepaid expenses related to personal travel or entertainment

• Prepaid expenses related to non-business-related educational or training programs.



Long-term loans receivable, such as loans made to employees or other companies:

• Loans made to suppliers or distributors to ensure a stable supply chain

• Loans made to customers to facilitate sales or financing of the company's products or services

• Loans made to employees to support relocation or training for key positions.


Examples of Non-operatings are...

• Loans made to parties that are not directly related to the company's core business operations

• Loans made to executives or affiliates for personal use

• Loans made to non-profit or charitable organizations

• Loans made to support non-business-related ventures or activities



Non-current portions of lease agreements or other long-term contracts:

• Lease or contract obligations related to the company's core business operations, such as manufacturing facilities or distribution centers

• Lease or contract obligations related to the company's research and development activities or new product development

• Lease or contract obligations related to marketing or advertising campaigns


Examples of Non-operatings are...

• Lease or contract obligations related to non-business-related properties or facilities

• Lease or contract obligations related to personal investments or hobbies

• Lease or contract obligations related to non-profit or charitable organizations

• Lease or contract obligations related to non-business-related travel or entertainment

• Lease or contract obligations related to non-business-related educational or training programs.



Deposits or advances made for future purchases or services:

• Deposits or advances related to the company's core business operations, such as deposits for raw materials or equipment purchases

• Deposits or advances related to the company's research and development activities or new product development

• Deposits or advances related to marketing or advertising campaigns.


Examples of Non-operatings are...

• Deposits or advances for non-business-related purchases or services

• Deposits or advances for non-profit or charitable organizations

• Deposits or advances for non-business-related travel or entertainment

• Deposits or advances for non-business-related educational or training programs.



Other non-current assets, such as deferred charges or miscellaneous asset:

• Deferred charges related to the company's core business operations, such as legal fees or consulting fees for new product development

• Deferred charges related to the company's research and development activities or investment in new technologies

• Miscellaneous assets related to the company's core business operations, such as licenses or permits required for operation.


Examples of Non-operatings are...

• Deferred charges related to non-business-related expenses, such as legal fees or consulting fees

• Deferred charges related to non-business-related research and development activities

• Miscellaneous assets not directly related to the company's core business operations, such as art collections or investments in sports teams

• Advances made to employees or executives for personal use or investments

• Non-business-related receivables, such as refunds or reimbursements for personal expenses.


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