FIFO vs LIFO Inventory Valuation

When Sterling uses FIFO, all of the $50 units are sold first, followed by the items at $54. Cost of goods sold can be computed by using either periodic inventory formula method or earliest cost method. The FIFO method is allowed under both Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and International Financial Reporting Standards. The FIFO method […]

FIFO vs LIFO Inventory Valuation

When Sterling uses FIFO, all of the $50 units are sold first, followed by the items at $54. Cost of goods sold can be computed by using either periodic inventory formula method or earliest cost method. The FIFO method is allowed under both Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and International Financial Reporting Standards. The FIFO method […]