Discontinued — last reported Q3 '16

Consolidation · Goodwill Purchase Accounting Adjustments

Operating Segments — Goodwill Purchase Accounting Adjustments

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2016
Last reportedQ3 2016

How to read this metric

Reflects the accuracy of initial acquisition accounting and the finalization of fair value assessments.

Detailed definition

This reflects adjustments made to the initial goodwill valuation of a segment during the measurement period following an...

Peer comparison

Standard practice for companies undergoing M&A; adjustments are common within the first year of an acquisition.

Metric ID: wtw_segment_operating_segments_goodwill_purchase_accounting_adjustments

Frequently Asked Questions

What does operating segments — goodwill purchase accounting adjustments mean?
Refinements to the initial goodwill value recorded after an acquisition is finalized.