Discontinued — last reported Q1 '18

Consolidation · Goodwill

Reportable Legal Entities — Goodwill

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryMarket Position
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2017
Last reportedQ1 2018
Rolls up toGoodwill

How to read this metric

A decrease may signal impairment charges, while an increase indicates recent strategic acquisitions.

Detailed definition

This represents the excess of the purchase price over the fair value of net assets acquired in business combinations. It...

Peer comparison

Standard accounting metric for companies that grow through inorganic expansion and acquisitions.

Metric ID: fdx_segment_reportable_legal_entities_goodwill

Frequently Asked Questions

What does reportable legal entities — goodwill mean?
The premium paid for acquisitions, representing intangible value like brand and market position.