Definition
This class consists of units mainly engaged in holding intellectual property or other non-financial assets (except real estate or plant and equipment) which were not produced by the unit and from which they derive income from payments for the use of those assets or for producing those assets. Assets include taxi plates, copyrights (such as for music, film and printed compositions as well as for computer programs), patents (such as for inventions), trademarks and other intellectual property. Firms that have as their main activity the investment in such assets (to derive lease payments, royalties, license fees or other income derived from these assets) are included in this industry.

IBISWorld research reports contain trend analysis, statistics, market size information, industry growth rates as well as market share of competitors.

Major market segments are identified and also those forces affecting demand and supply within the industry. Performance analysis includes emerging industry trends as well as recent results and performance of each key company. Drawing on the depth of information IBISWorld also provides 5 year forecasts for each industry.

Each comprehensive study also examines details such as the barriers to entry, operating cost structure, technology & systems and domestic & international markets. Tables and statistics include: Industry revenue, exports, imports, wages and number of companies in the industry, Industry growth and geographic regional data.

Each comprehensive study also examines details such as the barriers to entry, operating cost structure (including averages), technology & systems and domestic & international markets. Tables and statistics include: Industry revenue, exports, imports, wages and number of companies in the industry, Industry growth and geographic location.