Intangible assets are initially recognised at cost. After recognition, these are accounted for under the IAS 38 revaluation model on the basis there is an active market for the transfer and sale of the asset the company holds. The intangible asset is carried at its revalued amount which is its fair value at the date of revaluation less any subsequent accumulated impairment loss.
An increase in fair value is recorded first through Profit or Loss in respect of any previous impairment recognised being reversed, with any further gains being recognised through Other Comprehensive Income. A decrease in fair value is recorded first through Other Comprehensive Income in respect of any previous gains recognised being reversed, with any further impairment being recognised through Profit or Loss.