Discontinued — last reported Q3 '20
Business Segments · LCM inventory valuation charge (benefit)
O&P - EAI — LCM inventory valuation charge (benefit)
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryRisk
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ1 2014
Last reportedQ3 2020Oct 29, 2021
Rolls up toInventory Write-Down
How to read this metric
A charge indicates falling market prices for chemicals, signaling potential margin compression and weak demand in the international market.
Detailed definition
Adjustments made to inventory values in the international Olefins and Polyolefins segment to reflect the lower of cost o...
Peer comparison
Standard accounting practice for inventory valuation, often disclosed as 'Inventory write-downs' or 'LCM adjustments' in the notes.
Metric ID:
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What does o&p - eai — lcm inventory valuation charge (benefit) mean?
- Accounting adjustments made when the market value of inventory drops below its production cost.