Discontinued — last reported Q4 '17

Business Segments · Goodwill Acquired

Drilling — Goodwill Acquired

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2017
Last reportedQ4 2017

How to read this metric

An increase indicates active acquisition activity and investment in the Drilling segment's growth, while a decrease suggests a pause in inorganic expansion or a focus on organic development.

Detailed definition

This metric represents the value of goodwill recognized during the reporting period specifically attributable to acquisi...

Peer comparison

Peers in the oilfield services sector often report goodwill additions during periods of industry consolidation or strategic diversification, though the frequency varies significantly based on M&A strategy.

Metric ID: slb_segment_drilling_goodwill_acquired_during_period

Frequently Asked Questions

What does drilling — goodwill acquired mean?
The amount of premium paid over the fair value of net assets for acquisitions made within the Drilling segment during the period.