durable assets
[/ˈdjʊrəbəl ˈæsets/]
nounpl: durable assets
ativos duráveis
1. Long-lasting tangible assets that provide economic benefits over multiple years, typically with a useful life exceeding one year
The company invested in durable assets such as machinery and equipment to increase production capacity.
A empresa investiu em ativos duráveis, como máquinas e equipamentos, para aumentar a capacidade de produção.
2. In accounting, fixed assets or property, plant, and equipment (PP&E) that retain value and function over extended periods
Durable assets are depreciated over their useful life on the balance sheet.
Os ativos duráveis são depreciados ao longo de sua vida útil no balanço patrimonial.
3. Consumer goods designed to last for several years, such as appliances, vehicles, and furniture
The sales of durable assets increased significantly during the economic recovery.
As vendas de bens duráveis aumentaram significativamente durante a recuperação econômica.
In both Brazilian and American business contexts, durable assets are crucial in accounting and financial analysis. Brazilian companies often report these on their 'Ativo Imobilizado' (Fixed Assets) section of balance sheets. This term is especially relevant in discussions about capital investment, industrial growth, and consumer spending trends in both economies.
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