Discontinued — last reported Q4 '22

Business Segments · Impairment of goodwill

Corporate Expense — Impairment of goodwill

Markel Corporate Expense — Impairment of goodwill remained flat by 0.0% to $20.00M in Q4 2022 compared to the prior quarter. This is a positive signal — lower values indicate better performance for this metric.

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryRisk
SignalLower is better
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2022
Last reportedQ4 2022

How to read this metric

A zero value is ideal, as any impairment indicates that past acquisitions are underperforming or that the company overpaid for assets.

Detailed definition

This metric quantifies the non-cash charge recognized when the carrying value of goodwill associated with past acquisiti...

Peer comparison

Similar to 'Goodwill Impairment' charges reported by any company that engages in frequent M&A activity.

Metric ID: mkl_segment_corporate_expense_impairment_of_goodwill

Historical Data

1 years
 FY'22
Value$80.00M

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Markel's corporate expense — impairment of goodwill?
Markel (MKL) reported corporate expense — impairment of goodwill of $20.00M in Q4 2022.
What does corporate expense — impairment of goodwill mean?
A non-cash charge reflecting a reduction in the value of previously acquired businesses.