Discontinued — last reported Q4 '15

Business Segments · Goodwill

Medical Devices And Diagnostics — Goodwill

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryRisk
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ4 2009
Last reportedQ4 2015
Rolls up toGoodwill

How to read this metric

A stable or growing balance suggests successful integration of past acquisitions, while a significant decrease often signals impairment charges due to underperformance.

Detailed definition

This reflects the carrying value of goodwill attributed to the medical devices and diagnostics reporting unit resulting...

Peer comparison

Comparable to segment-specific goodwill balances reported by peers in the medical device industry following M&A activity.

Metric ID: jnj_segment_medical_devices_and_diagnostics_goodwill

Frequently Asked Questions

What does medical devices and diagnostics — goodwill mean?
The total value of goodwill recorded on the balance sheet specifically for the medical devices and diagnostics segment.