Discontinued — last reported Q4 '15

Business Segments · Asset Impairment Charges

Regulated Utilities — Asset Impairment Charges

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryRisk
SignalLower is better
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2015
Last reportedQ4 2015

How to read this metric

An increase indicates potential asset underperformance, regulatory disallowance, or accelerated depreciation of infrastructure, which may negatively impact future earnings and rate base growth.

Detailed definition

This metric represents non-cash charges recognized when the carrying value of long-lived assets within the regulated uti...

Peer comparison

Peers in the regulated utility sector typically report low or zero impairment charges unless undergoing major strategic shifts or regulatory restructuring.

Metric ID: duk_segment_regulated_utilities_asset_impairment_charges

Frequently Asked Questions

What does regulated utilities — asset impairment charges mean?
The reduction in the recorded value of utility assets because they are no longer expected to generate their original projected value.