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Hindustan Unilever's merger of GSK CH (1 Apr 2020) shows total consideration ₹40,242 cr (18,46,23,812 shares × ₹2,179.65). Total identifiable net assets ₹22,977 cr. Goodwill recognised is:
A₹40,242 cr
B₹22,977 cr
C₹17,265 cr (= 40,242 − 22,977)
DNil (bargain purchase)
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. ₹17,265 cr (= 40,242 − 22,977)
Goodwill = PC − net identifiable assets = 40,242 − 22,977 = ₹17,265 cr. The Annual Report explicitly attributes this goodwill to synergies, overlapping distribution and assembled workforce — none of which are separately identifiable.
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