STOCK VALUATION It refers to the technique used to measure the value of a firm’s inventories, be they raw materials, work-in progress and finished Last in, first out (LIFO) First in, first out (FIFO)
LIFO This method of stock valuation involves using the most recent batches of stocks first. Its is suitable method for businesses that do not need to rotate their stocks since there is not sell by (expiry date on stocks, such as coal, aluminum, etc)
FIFO This is a method of stock valuation whereby stock is valued based on the order in which it was purchased by the business Explanation 410