Discontinued — last reported Q4 '17

Consolidation · CapEx

Operating Segments — CapEx

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ4 2017

How to read this metric

Higher spending signals aggressive investment in capacity or technology, while lower spending may indicate a focus on cash preservation or a mature asset base.

Detailed definition

This metric measures the cash outflows dedicated to capital expenditures (CapEx) within specific operating segments, suc...

Peer comparison

Comparable to 'Capital Expenditures' or 'Additions to Property, Plant, and Equipment' reported by global automotive peers in their segment disclosures.

Metric ID: gm_segment_operating_segments_payments_to_acquire_property_plant_and_equipment

Frequently Asked Questions

What does operating segments — capex mean?
The total cash spent by a specific business segment to purchase or upgrade physical assets like factories, machinery, and equipment.