FIFO vs LIFO Detailed Comparison Chart






Detailed Comparison Chart

🔹 FIFO Calculation (Sell oldest inventory first)

COGS:
  • 100 units @ $10 = $1,000
  • 100 units @ $12 = $1,200
    • Total COGS = $2,200
Ending Inventory:
    • 100 units @ $14 = $1,400

🔸 LIFO Calculation (Sell newest inventory first)

COGS:
  • 100 units @ $14 = $1,400
  • 100 units @ $12 = $1,200
    • Total COGS = $2,600

Ending Inventory:
    •     100 units @ $10 = $1,000


 


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  1. Great comparison! FIFO definitely makes more sense during inflation when trying to show higher profits.

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  2. "This chart was exactly what I needed—bookmarked!"

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    1. Awesome! Glad it’s a helpful reference for you.

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