Operating Expenses
Impairment and restructuring
Analysis
StatementIncome Statement
SectionOperating Expenses
CategoryRisk
SignalLower is better
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ1 2026
How to read this metric
Lower is generally better as it indicates stability, though restructuring can be a positive signal of management proactively improving future efficiency.
Detailed definition
This metric captures non-recurring charges related to the impairment of assets or organizational restructuring, such as...
Peer comparison
Company-specific; peers may report these under 'Special Charges' or 'Other Operating Expenses'.
Metric ID:
msft_impairment_and_restructuringBusiness Segments
| Segment | Q2 '22 | Q3 '22 | Q4 '22 | Q1 '23 | Q2 '23 | Q3 '23 | Q4 '23 | Q1 '24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renewable Energy | $6.00M | $66.00M | $99.00M | $65.00M | $76.00M | $57.00M | $98.00M | $96.00M |
| Power | $33.00M | $30.00M | $58.00M | $19.00M | $19.00M | $43.00M | $26.00M | $47.00M |
| Aerospace | $5.00M | $6.00M | $4.00M | $4.00M | $4.00M | $3.00M | $2.00M | $10.00M |
| Total | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Aerospace, Power, Renewable Energy were previously reported and have since been discontinued or reclassified. Only currently active segments are shown in the chart.
Impairment and restructuring at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does impairment and restructuring mean?
- One-time costs associated with restructuring the business or writing down the value of assets.