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Inventory valuation involves determining the monetary value of inventory, which includes raw materials, work in progress, and finished goods. It is crucial for financial reporting, affecting cost of goods sold and compliance with accounting principles, and can be managed through periodic or perpetual systems using methods like FIFO, LIFO, and average costing. Businesses should choose the appropriate valuation method based on their specific model, size, and industry needs.

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Inventory valuation involves determining the monetary value of inventory, which includes raw materials, work in progress, and finished goods. It is crucial for financial reporting, affecting cost of goods sold and compliance with accounting principles, and can be managed through periodic or perpetual systems using methods like FIFO, LIFO, and average costing. Businesses should choose the appropriate valuation method based on their specific model, size, and industry needs.

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Inventory Valuation - Notes

Inventory Valuation

1. Basics of Inventory

- Definition: Inventory refers to items purchased or manufactured for sale.

- Types of Inventory:

1. Raw Materials: Used for production.

2. Work in Progress (WIP): Incomplete goods in the production process.

3. Finished Goods: Ready for sale.

- Example: A furniture manufacturing company has:

- Warehouse 1: Raw materials like wood.

- Warehouse 2: Semi-finished furniture.

- Warehouse 3: Finished products ready for sale.

2. Meaning of Inventory Valuation

- Definition: Determining the monetary value of inventory.

- Focus: Primarily on finished goods.

- Example:

- 10 tins of oil at 10 dollars each = 100 dollars closing stock value.

3. Importance of Inventory Valuation

1. Financial Impact:

- Affects Cost of Goods Sold (COGS).

- Impacts Gross Profit and Net Profit.

2. Balance Sheet Effect:


- Influences Current Assets and Working Capital.

3. Compliance with Accounting Principles:

- Matching Principle: Ensures costs are matched with revenues for accurate

profit calculation.

4. Inventory Valuation Systems

1. Periodic System:

- Inventory valued at the end of the accounting period.

- Suited for small businesses.

- Example: Grocery store inventory calculated monthly.

2. Perpetual System:

- Inventory records updated in real-time after each transaction.

- Suited for large businesses with advanced technology.

- Example: Blood banks or ATMs require real-time inventory updates.

5. Inventory Valuation Methods

Applicable under both Periodic and Perpetual Systems:

1. First-In, First-Out (FIFO):

- Oldest inventory sold first.

- Example:

- Sale: 6000 units sold in order of purchase.

- Closing Stock: Remaining inventory valued accordingly.

2. Last-In, First-Out (LIFO):

- Most recent inventory sold first.

- Example:
- Sale: 6000 units sold starting with the latest stock.

- Closing Stock: Older inventory remains.

3. Average Costing:

- Uses weighted average cost.

- Suitable for industries with fluctuating prices (e.g., gold, currency

exchange).

- Example:

- Average Cost = Total Cost / Total Units.

- Closing Stock = Remaining Units x Average Cost.

6. Key Differences Between Systems and Methods

- Periodic vs. Perpetual:

- Periodic: Updates at period end.

- Perpetual: Updates after each transaction.

- FIFO, LIFO, Average Cost:

- FIFO and LIFO prioritize inventory based on purchase time.

- Average Cost provides a blended cost approach.

7. Practical Implications

- Application:

- FIFO: Best for perishable goods.

- LIFO: Used in industries with rising prices.

- Average Costing: Suitable for fluctuating price scenarios.

- Financial Calculations:

- COGS: Sum of issued inventory costs.

- Profit: Sales Revenue minus COGS.


Conclusion

- Inventory valuation is critical for financial reporting, operational efficiency,

and compliance.

- Different systems and methods are tailored to business needs.

- Final Takeaway: Select the method or system based on the business model,

size, and industry requirements.

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