SERVICEGoodwill & Impairment Valuation

Assessing intangible asset value with precision, as required by accounting standards and corporate governance norms.

Goodwill and other intangible assets are often among the most valuable components on a company’s balance sheet especially after mergers, acquisitions, or business restructuring. However, their value is not always permanent. Periodic impairment testing is required to determine whether the asset has lost value and should be written down in the books.

Goodwill & Impairment Valuation

Our Goodwill & Impairment Valuation services help ensure compliance with Ind AS 36 / IFRS, which mandates annual impairment testing for goodwill and other indefinite-life intangible assets. We conduct these valuations systematically, ensuring that impairment decisions are grounded in realistic cash flow projections and defendable assumptions.

Our experts assess the recoverable amount of goodwill using techniques such as Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) or Market-based Comparables, comparing this to the carrying amount in the books. If a shortfall exists, we advise on the appropriate impairment adjustment along with disclosures.

Goodwill impairment can significantly impact your financial statements—and by extension, investor confidence, creditworthiness, and tax implications. Hence, our team works closely with your internal finance department, auditors, and legal advisors to deliver accurate, audit-ready valuation reports.

This service is particularly critical after significant corporate events such as acquisitions, divestments, reorganizations, or economic downturns, where goodwill values are more likely to be impaired due to revised business outlooks.

We also provide valuation memos, board presentation material, and audit walkthrough support to assist in year-end statutory reporting or investor presentations.

Why This Matters

  • Compliant with regulatory accounting requirements.
  • Reassessments of goodwill created through acquisitions.
  • Based on cash-generating units (CGUs) or reporting segments.
  • Clear audit trail with supporting documentation and disclosures.
  • Insights that communicate financial adjustments with clarity.
  • For recurring compliance or based on business event triggers.
  • We provide data-friendly outputs for seamless journal processing.
  • Independent and impartial analysis without bias.

We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all auditing. At Pawan Lohia & Associates, every Risk-Based Internal Audit begins with an in-depth understanding of your business model, industry dynamics, and regulatory exposure. Our team collaborates closely with your internal stakeholders to prioritize risk areas, define scope, and execute detailed audits with a strategic lens.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is goodwill, and why is impairment testing needed?

    Goodwill arises during business acquisitions when the purchase price exceeds the net fair value of identifiable assets and liabilities. It reflects brand value, customer relationships, and synergies. Impairment testing ensures this value hasn’t eroded over time and complies with accounting standards (e.g., Ind AS 36 / IFRS).

    When should a goodwill impairment test be conducted?

    It is required at least annually or when there are indicators of impairment such as poor financial performance, restructuring, or market downturns. Trigger events like litigation, management changes, or loss of a major client may also necessitate interim testing.

    What methods are used to test impairment?

    The most common approach is the Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) method, which estimates future cash flows and discounts them to present value. We may also use Market Comparables or Net Asset Value (NAV), depending on the industry and asset type.

    What is a CGU (Cash Generating Unit), and why is it important?

    A CGU is the smallest group of assets that independently generates cash inflows. Goodwill is allocated to one or more CGUs. Impairment testing is done at the CGU level to accurately assess if the carrying value exceeds the recoverable value

    Can goodwill impairment affect my company’s reputation?

    Yes. A large impairment loss might signal deteriorating business performance or overvaluation during acquisition. Hence, timely and justified impairment reports help maintain transparency with investors, lenders, and auditors.

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