Discontinued — last reported Q4 '15

Business Segments · Goodwill

NRG Business — Goodwill

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryGrowth
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ4 2014
Last reportedQ4 2015
Rolls up toGoodwill

How to read this metric

High levels indicate significant historical acquisition activity; a sudden decrease suggests impairment charges due to underperforming acquired assets.

Detailed definition

The excess of the purchase price over the fair value of identifiable net assets acquired in business combinations within...

Peer comparison

Standard balance sheet item for companies that grow through M&A, such as utilities and retail service providers.

Metric ID: nrg_segment_nrg_business_goodwill

Frequently Asked Questions

What does nrg business — goodwill mean?
The premium paid for acquisitions above the value of the company's physical assets.