Intangible assets
TFRS for NPAEs classify intangible assets into two
types: intangible assets whose useful life can be defined
and intangible assets whose useful life is not certain
(indefinite).
Indefinite intangible assets should be amortised over a
period of 10 years including those indefinite intangible
assets not amortised before 1 January 2011. The initial
application is accounted for as a change in accounting
estimate.
An entity should review the amortisation method,
residual value and amortisation period of intangible
assets on a regular basis. Similar to property, plant
and equipment, there is no requirement to review
annually.
The residual value is assumed to be zero. However,
the residual value can be more than zero, if there is a
third party commitment to purchase the asset or an active market exists that provides reliable information
to measure the residual value.
Initial recognition is measured at cost, with
subsequent measurement at cost less any accumulated
amortisation and any provisions for impairment. Fair
value measurement is not permitted.
Internally generated intangible items are not
recognised as an asset, for example, internally
generated goodwill, brands, customer lists and
advertising.