Discontinued — last reported Q4 '17

Consolidation · Goodwill Purchase Accounting Adjustments

Operating Segments — Goodwill Purchase Accounting Adjustments

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryRisk
SignalLower is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2015
Last reportedQ4 2017

How to read this metric

Frequent or large adjustments may signal uncertainty in initial acquisition valuations or complex integration accounting.

Detailed definition

Reflects adjustments made to the initial purchase price allocation of acquired businesses during the measurement period....

Peer comparison

Commonly found in the notes to financial statements for companies with active M&A strategies, similar to other industrial conglomerates.

Metric ID: alb_segment_operating_segments_goodwill_purchase_accounting_adjustments

Frequently Asked Questions

What does operating segments — goodwill purchase accounting adjustments mean?
Refinements to the valuation of assets and liabilities from past acquisitions.