What was the net carrying amount of Cinnabon's tradenames, classified as indefinite-lived intangibles, as of December 29, 2024?
Cinnabon Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
se agreements, which are typically 10-20 years, once the related SBRs are opened.
3 Assets Held for Lease
Assets held for lease, net consists of the following:
| December 29, | December 31, | |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2023 | |
| Assets held for lease | $ 4,794 | $ 4,831 |
| Accumulated depreciation | (4,533) | (4,469) |
| Assets held for lease, net | $ 261 | $ 362 |
Depreciation of assets held for lease totaled $136, $189, and $215 fo
Source: Item 23 — Receipts (FDD pages 114–399)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cinnabon's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the net carrying amount of its tradenames, which are classified as indefinite-lived intangibles, was $306,123 as of December 29, 2024. The gross carrying amount was also $306,123, with no accumulated amortization.
Cinnabon does not amortize tradenames, but evaluates them for impairment annually or more frequently if circumstances indicate potential impairment. This evaluation can be qualitative or quantitative. If the fair value of a tradename exceeds its carrying value, the tradename is not considered impaired. However, if the carrying value exceeds the fair value, an impairment charge is recorded for the difference.
The company estimates fair value using valuation methodologies, including discounted cash flow models, with operating assumptions consistent with past performance and current operating plans. No impairment losses were recorded for intangible assets during the fiscal year ended December 29, 2024.