Discontinued — last reported Q4 '14

Business Segments · Goodwill

Canada Business — Goodwill

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryMarket Position
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ4 2014
Last reportedQ4 2014
Rolls up toGoodwill

How to read this metric

A stable or growing balance suggests management maintains confidence in the long-term value of the Canadian assets, whereas a shrinking balance often precedes or reflects impairment events.

Detailed definition

This metric represents the intangible asset value recorded on the balance sheet for the Canadian business segment, arisi...

Peer comparison

Most major oil and gas producers carry goodwill on their balance sheets reflecting historical M&A activity; the magnitude varies based on the timing and premium of past regional acquisitions.

Metric ID: dvn_segment_canada_business_goodwill

Frequently Asked Questions

What does canada business — goodwill mean?
The recorded value of intangible assets for the Canadian business segment resulting from past acquisitions.