Discontinued — last reported Q4 '19
Business Segments · Goodwill Acquired
Gas Distribution — Goodwill Acquired
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2019
Last reportedQ4 2019
How to read this metric
An increase indicates active acquisition activity or a premium paid for business expansion, while a lack of activity suggests organic growth focus or a pause in M&A. High levels may signal future impairment risk if the acquired assets fail to meet performance expectations.
Detailed definition
This metric represents the excess of the purchase price over the fair value of identifiable net assets acquired during b...
Peer comparison
Peers in the regulated utility sector typically report this under M&A activity; it is highly variable depending on the company's specific consolidation strategy and regulatory environment.
Metric ID:
d_segment_gas_distribution_goodwill_acquired_during_periodSimilar Metrics at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does gas distribution — goodwill acquired mean?
- The value of intangible assets, such as brand reputation or customer base, recorded when the company acquires another business within the gas distribution segment.