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  • What It Means
  • Why It Matters
  • Across Datreal Countries
  • Common Questions
  • Related Terms

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  • What It Means
  • Why It Matters
  • Across Datreal Countries
  • Common Questions
  • Related Terms

Inventory comprises assets held for sale, being produced for sale, or consumed in production. Under IAS 2, it is generally measured at the lower of cost and net realisable value.

What It Means

Inventory can include merchandise, raw materials, work in progress, and finished goods. What qualifies depends on the company's operations.

High inventory may support growth or indicate slow-moving stock. Review write-downs, turnover, seasonality, and valuation methods before comparing businesses.

Why It Matters

  • Shows resources tied up in stock
  • Affects profit and working capital
  • Can reveal obsolescence or weak demand

Across Datreal Countries

This page explains the shared concept. National legal effects may differ. Check official records before acting.

Common Questions

  • Is inventory measured at selling price?

    Usually not. IAS 2 uses the lower of cost and net realisable value.
  • Why is inventory written down?

    A write-down reflects damage, obsolescence, or expected proceeds below recorded cost.

Related Terms

  • Business

    Current Assets

    Current assets are a company's short-term resources - things it expects to use, sell, or turn into cash within one year, or within its normal…

  • Business

    Working Capital

    Working capital is the money a business has left over for short-term operations after subtracting current liabilities from current assets. It is a…

  • Business

    Assets

    Assets are economic resources controlled by a company because of past events and capable of producing economic benefits. They include cash…

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