Discontinued — last reported Q4 '16

Business Segments · Goodwill

Hardware Support — Goodwill

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2014
Last reportedQ4 2016
Rolls up toGoodwill

How to read this metric

An increase indicates recent acquisitions within the hardware support space, while a decrease suggests impairment charges or divestitures.

Detailed definition

This metric represents the total carrying value of goodwill allocated to the Hardware Support operating segment. Goodwil...

Peer comparison

Comparable to 'Goodwill' line items in segment reporting for technology companies with significant M&A activity in hardware or infrastructure services.

Metric ID: orcl_segment_hardware_support_goodwill

Frequently Asked Questions

What does hardware support — goodwill mean?
The total value of intangible assets like brand reputation and customer relationships recorded for the Hardware Support segment following past acquisitions.