Discontinued — last reported Q4 '17
Consolidation · Goodwill Gross
Operating Segments — Goodwill Gross
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ4 2015
Last reportedQ4 2017
Rolls up toGoodwill
How to read this metric
An increase indicates recent acquisition activity, while a stable balance suggests a period of organic growth or lack of new M&A activity.
Detailed definition
This metric represents the total historical cost of goodwill recorded on the balance sheet resulting from business acqui...
Peer comparison
Most regulated utilities carry goodwill balances that fluctuate based on the frequency and size of their acquisition strategy for local water systems.
Metric ID:
awk_segment_operating_segments_goodwill_grossSimilar Metrics at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does operating segments — goodwill gross mean?
- The total original cost of goodwill recorded from past business acquisitions.