Discontinued — last reported Q3 '23

Consolidation · Operating Expenses

Operating Segments — Operating Expenses

CVS Health Operating Segments — Operating Expenses decreased by 7.1% to $9.17B in Q2 2022 compared to the prior quarter. This is a positive signal — lower values indicate better performance for this metric.

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ3 2023

How to read this metric

A decrease relative to revenue suggests improved operational leverage, while an increase may indicate rising administrative costs or strategic investments.

Detailed definition

This represents the day-to-day costs of running a business segment, excluding the cost of goods sold. It typically inclu...

Peer comparison

Standard 'SG&A' or 'Operating Expenses' reported at the segment level.

Metric ID: cvs_segment_operating_segments_operating_expenses

Historical Data

3 periods
 Q2 '21Q1 '22Q2 '22
Value$8.87B$9.88B$9.17B
QoQ Change+11.4%-7.1%
YoY Change+3.4%
Range$8.87B$9.88B
Avg YoY Growth+3.4%
Median YoY Growth+3.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVS Health's operating segments — operating expenses?
CVS Health (CVS) reported operating segments — operating expenses of $9.17B in Q2 2022.
What does operating segments — operating expenses mean?
The overhead costs required to operate a business unit.