Discontinued — last reported Q4 '22
Business Segments · Goodwill
PCS — Goodwill
Albemarle PCS — Goodwill decreased by 4.2% to $6.80M in Q4 2022 compared to the prior quarter.
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryRisk
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ4 2020
Last reportedQ4 2022
Rolls up toGoodwill
How to read this metric
An increase typically reflects recent acquisitions within the segment, while a significant decrease often signals a goodwill impairment charge due to declining segment performance or market valuation.
Detailed definition
This metric represents the carrying value of goodwill specifically allocated to the Performance Chemicals and Specialtie...
Peer comparison
Peers in the specialty chemicals sector often report goodwill by segment; high levels relative to equity may indicate sensitivity to future earnings volatility and impairment testing.
Metric ID:
alb_segment_pcs_goodwillHistorical Data
2 periods
| Q4 '21 | Q4 '22 | |
|---|---|---|
| Value | $7.10M | $6.80M |
| QoQ Change | — | -4.2% |
| YoY Change | — | -4.2% |
Range$6.80M – $7.10M
Avg YoY Growth-4.2%
Median YoY Growth-4.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Albemarle's pcs — goodwill?
- Albemarle (ALB) reported pcs — goodwill of $6.80M in Q4 2022.
- What does pcs — goodwill mean?
- The total value of intangible assets like brand reputation and synergies attributed to the Performance Chemicals and Specialties segment from past acquisitions.