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Discontinued — last reported Q4 '18

Business Segments · Goodwill Impairment

All Other Segments — Goodwill Impairment

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryRisk
SignalLower is better
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2017
Last reportedQ4 2018Aug 15, 2018

How to read this metric

An increase is a negative signal, indicating that previous acquisitions are underperforming or market conditions have worsened.

Detailed definition

This represents the non-cash charge taken when the carrying value of goodwill in the 'All Other' segment exceeds its imp...

Peer comparison

Comparable to 'Goodwill Impairment' charges reported by peers during periods of economic downturn or strategic restructuring.

Metric ID: nws_segment_all_other_segments_goodwill_impairment_loss

Frequently Asked Questions

What does all other segments — goodwill impairment mean?
A loss recorded when the value of acquired intangible assets in the miscellaneous segment is deemed to have dropped.