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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. Nipro's goodwill for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 円32,296 Mil.
Nipro (TSE:8086) 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.
Nipro's Goodwill-to-Asset Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as
* 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.
Nipro Goodwill Related Terms
Nipro Goodwill Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Nipro'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.
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.
Nipro (TSE:8086) has a Goodwill of 円32,296 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Goodwill is the intangible assets representing the value in excess of the acquired company's value. View historical data on Nipro and its competitors.
Is Nipro's Goodwill too high?
Nipro's current Goodwill is 円32,296 Mil. Overall, Nipro has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nipro's Goodwill compare to ISRG and BDX?
Nipro's Goodwill of 円32,296 Mil can be compared against companies in the Medical Devices & Instruments 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 Medical Devices & Instruments company?
A good Goodwill depends on the Medical Devices & Instruments 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 Nipro and its competitors. Nipro's current Goodwill is 円32,296 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nipro stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nipro (TSE:8086) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,457.04, compared to a current price of 円1,552.50 — trading 6.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Goodwill is 円32,296 Mil. Nipro's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 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 Nipro (TSE:8086), the current Goodwill is 円32,296 Mil as of Mar. 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 Nipro (TSE:8086) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nipro stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of 円1,552.50 is trading 6.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,457.04.
GuruFocus considers Nipro to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for TSE:8086:
Goodwill: 円32,296 Mil
GF Value™: 円1,457.04 vs. price of 円1,552.50 (6.6% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:8086 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Nipro Corp develops medical devices, most of which are related to dialysis and artificial organs. The firm operates in four segments: medical, pharmaceutical, glass, and other. The medical segment contributes the majority of revenue. It sells products related to injections, infusions, artificial organs, and cell cultures, as well as medical equipment for renal treatment, diabetes, and generic drugs. Renal products contribute the largest proportion of sales within the medical segment. The pharmaceutical segment manufactures pharmaceuticals, including oral drugs and injectables, which are supplied to pharmaceutical companies in Japan. The glass business sells glass products used for medical applications, such as vials and syringes. Nipro generates the majority of its revenue in Japan.
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