ademark is an intangible asset that has value to a business.  Assume that you are an accountant with the responsibility of valuing the trademark of a well-known company such as Nike or McDonald’s.  What makes each of these companies unique and adds value?  While the value of a trademark may not necessarily be recorded on the company’s balance sheet. Discuss what factors you think would affect (increase or decrease) the value of the company’s trademark?  Consider your answer from the perspective of various stakeholders.

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A trademark is an intangible asset that has value to a business.  Assume that you are an accountant with the responsibility of valuing the trademark of a well-known company such as Nike or McDonald’s.  What makes each of these companies unique and adds value?  While the value of a trademark may not necessarily be recorded on the company’s balance sheet. Discuss what factors you think would affect (increase or decrease) the value of the company’s trademark?  Consider your answer from the perspective of various stakeholders.

 

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A trademark is a type of intellectual property that consists of symbols and designs that identify a product or service. The trademark identifies the product and aids in the recognition of the company.

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