Discontinued — last reported Q3 '19
Business Segments · Goodwill
Softwareand Software Related Services — Goodwill
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ3 2018
Last reportedQ3 2019
Rolls up toGoodwill
How to read this metric
An increase indicates recent acquisitions within the software segment, while a decrease typically reflects impairment charges or divestitures.
Detailed definition
This represents the total carrying value of goodwill allocated to the Software and Software Related Services reporting u...
Peer comparison
Peers in the networking and software space typically report goodwill by segment; high levels relative to equity may indicate aggressive M&A strategies.
Metric ID:
cien_segment_softwareand_software_related_services_goodwillSimilar Metrics at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does softwareand software related services — goodwill mean?
- The total value of intangible assets like brand and customer relationships attributed to the software business segment from past acquisitions.