Designer Brands (FRA:D9W) Goodwill: €112 Mil (As of Apr. 2026)

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FRA:D9W Designer Brands Inc FRA:D9W
71 GF Score
Price €5.65
GF Value €5.75
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What is Designer Brands Goodwill?

Designer Brands FRA:D9W +0.89% 71 Goodwill is €112 Mil as of Apr. 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:D9W with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of €5.75. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

A Goodwill is an intangible asset that arises as a result of the acquisition of one company by another for a premium value. The value of a company's brand name, solid customer base, good customer relations, good employee relations and any patents or proprietary technology represent goodwill. Designer Brands's goodwill for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 was €112 Mil.


Designer Brands  (FRA:D9W) Goodwill Explanation

Goodwill to Asset ratio measures how much goodwill a company is recording compared to the total level of its assets.

It is calculated by dividing goodwill by total assets.

Designer Brands's Goodwill-to-Asset Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Jan. 2026 is calculated as

Goodwill-to-Asset (A: Jan. 2026 )=Goodwill/Total Assets
=111.342/1657.436
=0.07

Designer Brands's Goodwill-to-Asset Ratio for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 is calculated as

Goodwill-to-Asset (Q: Apr. 2026 )=Goodwill/Total Assets
=111.86/1708.458
=0.07

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

If the goodwill-to-asset ratio increases, it can mean that the company is recording a proportionately higher amount of goodwill, assuming total assets are remaining constant. It is generally good to see a company increasing its assets regularly; however, if these increases are coming from intangible assets, such as goodwill, the increases may not be as good.

Increases in the goodwill-to-asset ratio might suggest that a company has been aggressively acquiring other firms or has seen its tangible assets decrease in value. When a large portion of total assets are attributable to intangible assets (such as goodwill), the company may be at risk of having that portion of its asset base wiped out quickly if it must record any goodwill impairments. Decreases in the goodwill-to-assets ratio suggest that the company has either written down some goodwill or increased its tangible assets.

Asset needs vary from industry to industry. This is why comparing goodwill-to-assets ratios is generally most meaningful among companies within the same industry. By comparing a company's goodwill to assets ratio to those of other companies within the same industry, investors can get a feel for how a company is managing its goodwill.


Designer Brands Goodwill Related Terms


Designer Brands Goodwill Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Designer Brands's Goodwill can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Designer Brands Goodwill Chart

Designer Brands Annual Data
Trend Jan17 Jan18 Jan19 Jan20 Jan21 Jan22 Jan23 Jan24 Jan25 Jan26
Goodwill
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Designer Brands Quarterly Data
Jul21 Oct21 Jan22 Apr22 Jul22 Oct22 Jan23 Apr23 Jul23 Oct23 Jan24 Apr24 Jul24 Oct24 Jan25 Apr25 Jul25 Oct25 Jan26 Apr26
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Designer Brands Goodwill Calculation

A Goodwill is an intangible asset that arises as a result of the acquisition of one company by another for a premium value. The value of a company's brand name, solid customer base, good customer relations, good employee relations and any patents or proprietary technology represent goodwill. Goodwill is considered an intangible asset because it is not a physical asset like buildings or equipment. The goodwill account can be found in the assets portion of a company's balance sheet.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Goodwill →
What does a Goodwill of €112 Mil mean?
Designer Brands (FRA:D9W) has a Goodwill of €112 Mil as of Apr. 2026. Goodwill is the intangible assets representing the value in excess of the acquired company's value. View historical data on Designer Brands and its competitors.
Is Designer Brands' Goodwill too high?
Designer Brands' current Goodwill is €112 Mil. Overall, Designer Brands has a GF Score™ of 71/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Designer Brands' Goodwill compare to FWDI and RCKY?
Designer Brands' Goodwill of €112 Mil can be compared against companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Goodwill for a Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories company?
A good Goodwill depends on the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry context. However, Goodwill should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Goodwill mean?
A high Goodwill can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Goodwill is the intangible assets representing the value in excess of the acquired company's value. View historical data on Designer Brands and its competitors. Designer Brands's current Goodwill is €112 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Designer Brands stock overvalued right now?
Designer Brands (FRA:D9W) has a current Goodwill of €112 Mil. The stock's GF Value™ is €5.75, compared to a current price of €5.65 — trading 1.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Goodwill is €112 Mil. Designer Brands' overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Goodwill calculated?
Goodwill is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Designer Brands (FRA:D9W), the current Goodwill is €112 Mil as of Apr. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Designer Brands (FRA:D9W) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Designer Brands stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €5.65 is trading 1.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of €5.75.

Key valuation signals for FRA:D9W:

  • Goodwill: €112 Mil
  • GF Value™: €5.75 vs. price of €5.65 (1.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:D9W stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Designer Brands Business Description

Other Exchanges DBI:USA
Address 810 DSW Drive, Columbus, OH, USA, 43219
Designer Brands Inc is a designer, producer, and retailer of footwear and accessories. The company operates in two reportable segments: the Retail segment and the Brand Portfolio segment. The Retail segment, which derives key revenue, operates the DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse ("DSW") banner through its direct-to-consumer stores and e-commerce sites in the United States ("U.S.") and Canada, and the Shoe Co. and Rubino banners through its direct-to-consumer stores and e-commerce sites in Canada. The Brand Portfolio segment principally earns revenue from the wholesale of its exclusive and licensed brands to retailers, its Retail segment, and international distributors, and the sale of its Vince Camuto, Keds, and Topo brands through direct-to-consumer e-commerce sites.
71GF Score

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