Discontinued — last reported Q3 '16
Business Segments · Goodwill
Healthcare Services — Goodwill
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ4 2015
Last reportedQ3 2016
Rolls up toGoodwill
How to read this metric
An increase typically indicates recent acquisition activity, while a decrease may signal impairment charges or divestitures. High levels relative to total assets can indicate a reliance on inorganic growth and potential risk if expected synergies are not realized.
Detailed definition
This metric represents the portion of the purchase price for acquisitions within the Healthcare Services segment that ex...
Peer comparison
Common across contract research organizations and healthcare data firms that grow through frequent M&A; peers often report this as a component of total intangible assets or segment-specific balance sheet items.
Metric ID:
iqv_segment_healthcare_services_goodwillSimilar Metrics at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does healthcare services — goodwill mean?
- The value of intangible assets like brand reputation and market position acquired through business combinations within the Healthcare Services segment.