Discontinued — last reported Q1 '18
Consolidation · Business Combination Acquisition Related Costs
Material Reconciling Items — Business Combination Acquisition Related Costs
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryCapital Allocation
SignalLower is better
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2015
Last reportedQ1 2018
Rolls up toAcquisition and integration costs
How to read this metric
Higher costs indicate active M&A activity, while lower costs suggest a focus on organic growth or integration completion.
Detailed definition
These are the transaction-related expenses incurred during mergers and acquisitions, such as legal, advisory, and accoun...
Peer comparison
Standard 'Acquisition-related costs' line item found in the reconciliation notes of most acquisitive healthcare companies.
Metric ID:
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What does material reconciling items — business combination acquisition related costs mean?
- One-time expenses associated with acquiring other businesses, excluded from core operating segment results.