.Analysis of Revenues
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Revenue Recognition Accounting Policy
During the years ended December 31, 2017, 2016 and 2015, revenue from product sales was recognized when title and risk of loss to the product transfers to the customer, which is based on the transaction shipping terms. Recognition of revenue also requires reasonable assurance of collection of sales proceeds, the seller's price to the buyer to be fixed or determinable and the completion of all performance obligations. Allergan warrants products against defects and for specific quality standards, permitting the return of products under certain circumstances. Product sales are recorded net of all sales-related deductions including, but not limited to: chargebacks, trade discounts, sales returns and allowances, commercial and government rebates, customer loyalty programs and fee-for-service arrangements with certain distributors.
Royalty and commission revenue is recognized as a component of net revenues in accordance with the terms of their respective contractual agreements when collectability is reasonably assured and when revenue can be reasonably measured.
Source: Allergan PLC, Annual Report
Revenues as Reported
Allergan PLC, Income Statement, Revenues
USD $ in thousands
| 12 months ended | Dec 31, 2017 | Dec 31, 2016 | Dec 31, 2015 | Dec 31, 2014 | Dec 31, 2013 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | US Specialized Therapeutics | |||||
| | US General Medicine | |||||
| | International | |||||
| | Anda Distribution | |||||
| | Segment net revenues | |||||
| | Corporate revenues | |||||
| | Net revenues |
Source: Allergan PLC Annual Reports
| Item | Description | The company |
|---|---|---|
| Net revenues | Aggregate revenue recognized during the period (derived from goods sold, services rendered, insurance premiums, or other activities that constitute an entity's earning process). For financial services companies, also includes investment and interest income, and sales and trading gains. | Allergan PLC's net revenues declined from 2015 to 2016 but then increased from 2016 to 2017 exceeding 2015 level. |
