Operating

Asset write-downs

Analysis

StatementCash Flow Statement
SectionOperating
CategoryRisk
SignalLower is better
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ2 2026
Last reportedQ2 2026May 7, 2026

How to read this metric

High impairment charges suggest poor past investment decisions or deteriorating market conditions for specific business units.

Detailed definition

These are non-cash charges recognized when the carrying value of an asset exceeds its fair market value. They indicate t...

Peer comparison

Common in insurance and financial services during economic downturns; peers will report these when asset valuations decline.

Metric ID: operating_asset_impairment_charges

Historical Data

1 periods
 Q2 '26
Value$450.00M

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Becton, Dickinson and Company's asset write-downs?
Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX) reported asset write-downs of $450.00M in Q1 2026.
What does asset write-downs mean?
A write-down in the value of assets that are no longer worth as much as previously recorded.