Discontinued — last reported Q4 '16

Business Segments · Goodwill

NRG Yield — Goodwill

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryMarket Position
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ4 2014
Last reportedQ4 2016Feb 28, 2017
Rolls up toGoodwill

How to read this metric

A stable or growing balance is normal, but significant write-downs signal that past acquisitions are underperforming.

Detailed definition

An intangible asset representing the premium paid by the NRG Yield segment for acquisitions over the fair value of the a...

Peer comparison

Standard 'Goodwill' reported on the balance sheet for any company with M&A history.

Metric ID: nrg_segment_nrg_yield_goodwill

Frequently Asked Questions

What does nrg yield — goodwill mean?
The value of intangible benefits from past acquisitions that exceeds the fair value of the assets bought.