Business Segments · Goodwill Acquired

Food Equipment — Goodwill Acquired

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2018
Last reportedQ1 2026

How to read this metric

An increase indicates active inorganic growth through acquisitions within the food equipment market, while a value of zero suggests a focus on organic growth or a lack of recent M&A activity in this segment.

Detailed definition

This metric represents the value of goodwill recognized on the balance sheet specifically attributable to acquisitions w...

Peer comparison

Comparable to 'Goodwill Additions' or 'Acquisition-related Goodwill' reported by diversified industrial peers with active M&A programs in specialized equipment sectors.

Metric ID: itw_segment_food_equipment_goodwill_acquired_during_period

Frequently Asked Questions

What does food equipment — goodwill acquired mean?
The amount of goodwill added to the Food Equipment segment's balance sheet resulting from business acquisitions during the reporting period.