non-liquid asset
[/nɑːn ˈlɪkwɪd ˈæset/]
nounpl: non-liquid assets
ativo não-líquido
1. An asset that cannot be quickly converted into cash without significant loss of value or that takes considerable time to sell
Real estate and collectibles are typical non-liquid assets that may take months to sell.
Imóveis e objetos de coleção são ativos não-líquidos típicos que podem levar meses para vender.
2. In accounting and finance, an asset with low marketability or long conversion periods to cash
The company's balance sheet shows significant non-liquid assets in the form of machinery and equipment.
O balanço patrimonial da empresa mostra ativos não-líquidos significativos na forma de máquinas e equipamentos.
This is primarily financial and accounting terminology used globally in business contexts. In Brazil, the term is essential in financial literacy discussions and investment planning, especially relevant given the importance of real estate investments in the Brazilian economy. Understanding the distinction between liquid and non-liquid assets is crucial for personal financial planning and corporate finance management in both Brazilian and American contexts.
Related Idioms & Phrases
tie up capital in non-liquid assets
convert non-liquid assets to cash
diversify between liquid and non-liquid assets
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