Discontinued — last reported Q3 '16
Consolidation · Goodwill Impairment
Material Reconciling Items — Goodwill Impairment
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryRisk
SignalLower is better
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2014
Last reportedQ3 2016
Rolls up toGoodwill impairment
How to read this metric
An increase signals a negative reassessment of future earnings potential for acquired assets, while a decrease or absence suggests stable or improving asset valuations.
Detailed definition
This metric represents the non-cash charge recognized when the carrying value of goodwill associated with a reporting un...
Peer comparison
Peers in the insurance sector report similar charges under GAAP or IFRS when acquisition synergies fail to materialize or market interest rates significantly impact valuation models.
Metric ID:
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What does material reconciling items — goodwill impairment mean?
- A non-cash accounting charge taken when the value of a previously acquired business is determined to be lower than its current book value.