Discontinued — last reported Q2 '17
Consolidation · CapEx
Operating Segments — CapEx
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ3 2013
Last reportedQ2 2017
How to read this metric
Higher spending indicates aggressive investment in growth or modernization, whereas lower spending may signal a focus on cash preservation or a mature asset cycle.
Detailed definition
This metric tracks the cash outflows dedicated to capital expenditures (CapEx) for property, plant, and equipment within...
Peer comparison
Comparable to Capital Expenditures (CapEx) reported by peers in the pharmaceutical wholesale and medical supply distribution industries.
Metric ID:
cah_segment_operating_segments_payments_to_acquire_property_plant_and_equipmentSimilar Metrics at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does operating segments — capex mean?
- The amount of cash spent on purchasing or upgrading physical assets like buildings, machinery, and equipment.