Patent Valuation

In today’s knowledge-driven economy, patents are more than legal protections—they are strategic assets shaping innovation, investment, and competition. This book provides a comprehensive framework for patent valuation, integrating economic, financial, and market approaches with emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain, and tokenization. Patents play a central role in diverse industries, from pharmaceuticals and biotechnology to high-tech and green innovation. However, valuing these assets requires navigating complex legal, economic, and strategic factors. This book explores the methodologies used to assess patent worth, including cost-based, market-based, and income-based approaches, while addressing critical challenges such as litigation risks, regulatory considerations, and monetization strategies. Featuring real-world cases and industry-specific insights, this book is an essential guide for investors, innovators, policymakers, and academics looking to unlock the economic potential of patents. Whether you're managing an IP portfolio, securing venture capital, or exploring the impact of ESG factors on patent valuation, this book provides the tools and knowledge to navigate the evolving landscape of intellectual property in the global economy. Roberto Moro-Visconti, MA and PhD, is a Professor of Corporate Finance at the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart in Milan and a chartered accountant. A technical expert for the Court of Milan, he provides consulting on IP and corporate finance valuation, litigation, and business assessments while also serving as a statutory auditor and non-executive director for private and public entities.