Cost of Revenue
Inventory Write-Down
Analysis
StatementIncome Statement
SectionCost of Revenue
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityModerate
How to read this metric
Frequent or large write-downs suggest poor inventory management or deteriorating market demand for stored products.
Detailed definition
The expense recognized when the carrying value of inventory exceeds its net realizable value due to obsolescence, damage...
Peer comparison
Standard operating metric for companies holding physical inventory.
Metric ID:
glw_inventory_write_downBusiness Segments
| Segment | Q1 '24 | Q2 '24 | Q3 '24 | Q4 '24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare & Water Technologies | — | — | — | $6.25M |
| Diversified Industrials | — | — | — | $0.00 |
| ElectronicsCo | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | — |
| IndustrialsCo | $25.00M | -$1.00M | $2.00M | — |
| Total | — | — | — | — |
Diversified Industrials, Healthcare & Water Technologies are derived from annual filings.
Diversified Industrials, ElectronicsCo, Healthcare & Water Technologies, IndustrialsCo were previously reported and have since been discontinued or reclassified. Only currently active segments are shown in the chart.
Inventory Write-Down at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does inventory write-down mean?
- Losses recorded when inventory value drops below its original cost.