Discontinued — last reported Q3 '18
Consolidation · Inventory Write Down
Material Reconciling Items — Inventory Write Down
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2015
Last reportedQ3 2018
How to read this metric
An increase suggests potential inventory management issues, product obsolescence, or a weakening market for specific product lines.
Detailed definition
This metric captures the accounting adjustments made to reduce the carrying value of inventory when its market value fal...
Peer comparison
Commonly referred to as 'Inventory Impairment' or 'Lower of Cost or Market adjustments' among industrial and energy service peers.
Metric ID:
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What does material reconciling items — inventory write down mean?
- The loss in value recognized when inventory is worth less than its original cost.