Fixed Assets and Depreciation: Sustaining Long-Term Value
Fixed assets form the structural foundation of every successful business, representing long-term investments that support production, operations, and service delivery. However, as time passes, these assets inevitably lose value through wear, technological changes, or reduced economic usefulness. To capture this decline accurately, accountants apply the principle of depreciation — a method that systematically allocates the asset’s cost over its useful life. This approach ensures that financial statements reflect true economic value and promote sustainable capital management.… Read more