Discontinued — last reported Q4 '16
Business Segments · Stand Up Costs
Certain Significant Items — Stand Up Costs
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ4 2016
How to read this metric
Higher costs indicate active investment in business expansion or restructuring, which should ideally lead to future efficiency gains.
Detailed definition
These are costs incurred to establish new operational capabilities, business units, or infrastructure that are deemed no...
Peer comparison
Similar to 'Integration and Separation Costs' or 'Transition Costs' reported by companies undergoing corporate restructuring.
Metric ID:
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What does certain significant items — stand up costs mean?
- One-time expenses associated with launching new business units or operational infrastructure.