Discontinued — last reported Q4 '15
Consolidation · CapEx
Operating Segments — CapEx
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ4 2015Feb 29, 2016
How to read this metric
Higher spending signals growth investment and capacity expansion, whereas lower spending may indicate a focus on cash preservation or mature operations.
Detailed definition
This metric tracks the cash outflows dedicated to purchasing or upgrading long-term physical assets within a specific op...
Peer comparison
Comparable to 'Segment Capital Expenditures' reported by peers in the medical technology sector.
Metric ID:
zbh_segment_operating_segments_payments_to_acquire_property_plant_and_equipmentSimilar Metrics at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does operating segments — capex mean?
- The cash spent by a business segment to acquire or improve its physical assets.