Discontinued — last reported Q4 '17

Consolidation · CapEx

Operating Segments — CapEx

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ4 2017

How to read this metric

Higher spending signals aggressive growth or modernization efforts, whereas lower spending may indicate a focus on cash flow preservation or a mature asset base.

Detailed definition

This metric captures the cash outflows dedicated to purchasing or constructing long-term physical assets, such as medica...

Peer comparison

Comparable to segment-level capital expenditure (CapEx) reported by large-scale healthcare service providers.

Metric ID: unh_segment_operating_segments_payments_to_acquire_property_plant_and_equipment

Frequently Asked Questions

What does operating segments — capex mean?
The cash spent by a business segment to acquire or build long-term physical assets.