Depreciation allowable on Goodwill from Acquisition of Business Unit

DHL Logistics Private Limited Vs DCIT (ITAT Mumbai)

We have to consider whether goodwill is an intangible asset under section 32, hence, eligible for claim of depreciation. In our view, this issue is no more res integra in view of the decision of Hon’ble Supreme Court in Smifs Securities Ltd. (supra) where the Hon’ble Supreme Court has held that goodwill is in the nature of any other business or commercial rights as provided under Explanation–3(b) of section 32(i) r/w section 32(1)(ii). In view

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