Discontinued — last reported Q3 '17
Business Segments · Inventory Write Down
Wholesale Gas Services — Inventory Write Down
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryRisk
SignalLower is better
VolatilityVolatile
First reportedQ2 2016
Last reportedQ3 2017
How to read this metric
An increase in write-downs signals a significant decline in market prices for natural gas or poor inventory procurement timing, indicating potential margin compression.
Detailed definition
This metric quantifies the reduction in the book value of natural gas inventory when the cost of the inventory exceeds i...
Peer comparison
Comparable to 'Lower of Cost or Market' (LCM) adjustments reported by other energy trading and midstream companies to account for commodity price impairment.
Metric ID:
so_segment_wholesale_gas_services_inventory_write_downSimilar Metrics at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does wholesale gas services — inventory write down mean?
- The financial loss recognized when the market value of natural gas inventory falls below its original purchase cost.