Discontinued — last reported Q4 '17

Geographic · Cost of Goods Sold

International — Cost of Goods Sold

Analysis

StatementSegment
CategoryProfitability
SignalLower is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2016
Last reportedQ4 2017

How to read this metric

An increase relative to revenue indicates margin compression due to rising input costs or manufacturing inefficiencies, while a decrease signals improved production cost control.

Detailed definition

This represents the direct costs attributable to the production and delivery of animal health products within the Intern...

Peer comparison

Standard cost of goods sold (COGS) metric found in segment reporting for multinational manufacturing and healthcare firms.

Metric ID: zts_segment_international_cost_of_goods_and_services_sold

Frequently Asked Questions

What does international — cost of goods sold mean?
The total direct costs incurred to produce and deliver goods sold by the International segment.