existing asset

collocation in English

meaningsofexistingandasset

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existing
adjective[before noun]
uk
/ɪɡˈzɪs.tɪŋ/us
/ɪɡˈzɪs.tɪŋ/
used to refer to something that ...
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asset
noun
uk
/ˈæs.et/us
/ˈæs.et/
a useful or valuable quality, skill, ...
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(Definition ofexistingandassetfrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

Examplesofexisting asset

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For example, one category of transaction which may come within in-and-out is the replacement of anexistingasset.
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I firmly believe that we have anexistingasset.
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Obviously, there is no case for not exploiting theexistingassetsimply because it will not be economical to replace it.
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Current cost is the cost of replacing theexistingassetwith an equivalent asset capable of performing its task.
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For example, in paragraph 17 sport is described as "anexistingassetwhich does bring in an annual income and provides moderate employment opportunities".
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This growth is envisioned through the acquisition of existing assets and construction of renewable energy projects, primarily hydropower.
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In general, a place brand is derived from existing assets of the place such as its value offering or public perception.
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One, the numerator, is the market valuation: the going price in the market for exchanging existing assets.
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Income must be invested in new assets and existing assets must be sold to pay off claims.
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Additionally, the firm invests in existing assets on the secondary market and primary partnership investments across all sectors, industries and regions.
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