Discontinued — last reported Q1 '11
Business Segments · Goodwill
Goodwill Pharmaceutical — Goodwill
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ4 2008
Last reportedQ1 2011
Rolls up toGoodwill
How to read this metric
A high or increasing balance suggests significant historical M&A activity, while a sudden decrease may signal an impairment charge due to underperformance.
Detailed definition
This metric represents the total carrying value of goodwill recorded on the balance sheet specifically attributed to the...
Peer comparison
Standard across large-cap pharmaceutical firms that grow through aggressive inorganic acquisition strategies.
Metric ID:
jnj_segment_goodwill_pharmaceutical_goodwillSimilar Metrics at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does goodwill pharmaceutical — goodwill mean?
- The total book value of goodwill associated with the pharmaceutical business segment.