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Net Realisable Value

Source: Ind AS 2 (summary)

Inventories are measured at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Net realisable value is the estimated selling price in the ordinary course of business less the estimated costs of completion and the costs necessary to make the sale. A write-down is reversed when the reason for it no longer exists.

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