Discontinued — last reported Q4 '17
Consolidation · Inventory Write Down
Operating Segments — Inventory Write Down
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2014
Last reportedQ4 2017
How to read this metric
An increase suggests potential oversupply, declining commodity prices, or inefficient inventory management, whereas a decrease indicates stable market demand and effective inventory control.
Detailed definition
This metric measures the reduction in the carrying value of inventory when the cost of the goods exceeds their net reali...
Peer comparison
Standard across the mining and manufacturing sectors, often found as 'Inventory Valuation Adjustments' or 'Lower of Cost or Market Adjustments'.
Metric ID:
fcx_segment_operating_segments_inventory_write_downSimilar Metrics at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does operating segments — inventory write down mean?
- The loss recognized when the market value of inventory falls below the cost at which it is held on the balance sheet.