Discontinued — last reported Q4 '16

Business Segments · Goodwill Impairment

Asia — Goodwill Impairment

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryRisk
SignalLower is better
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2016
Last reportedQ4 2016

How to read this metric

An increase indicates a deterioration in the expected future performance or market value of the segment's acquired businesses, while a decrease or absence of the charge suggests stable or improving asset valuations.

Detailed definition

This metric represents the non-cash charge recognized when the carrying value of goodwill associated with the Asia busin...

Peer comparison

Comparable to 'Goodwill Impairment' or 'Asset Impairment' charges reported by other multinational insurance companies, often found in the notes to the financial statements or segment reporting disclosures.

Metric ID: met_segment_asia_goodwill_impairment_loss

Frequently Asked Questions

What does asia — goodwill impairment mean?
The amount of value written off from the Asia segment's acquired assets due to a decline in their estimated worth.