Although not excessive, Goodwill is 22% of GE's assets on the 2017 Balance Sheet. At $84 Billion Goodwill is the single largest asset entry. Goodwill exceeds Property, Plant & Equipment by 56%. The ...

Determining a reasonable goodwill figure for a company’s balance sheet is no easy task. There is no universal rule on how to figure out goodwill, which adds value to the company. Goodwill is ...

Q: What’s “goodwill” on a balance sheet? A: Goodwill is an intangible asset listed on a company’s balance sheet if it has acquired another company, paying a premium over the intrinsic value. On the ...

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