obsolete inventory
[/ˈɒbsəliːt ˈɪnvəntɔːri/]
nounpl: obsolete inventories
estoque obsoleto
1. Stock or goods that are no longer in demand, technologically outdated, or have lost their market value and are unlikely to be sold at full price
The company wrote off millions in obsolete inventory after the product line was discontinued.
A empresa baixou milhões em estoque obsoleto após a descontinuação da linha de produtos.
2. Goods held in storage that have become unusable, outdated, or irrelevant due to changes in market demand, technology, or consumer preferences
Managing obsolete inventory is crucial to prevent financial losses and warehouse space waste.
Gerenciar estoque obsoleto é crucial para prevenir perdas financeiras e desperdício de espaço de armazém.
In Brazil, businesses increasingly focus on inventory management (gestão de estoque) to reduce losses from obsolete goods. Large retail and manufacturing companies often hold liquidation sales (liquidação de estoque) to clear obsolete inventory. In the USA, managing obsolete inventory is a standard accounting and financial concern, with write-offs being common tax deductions for businesses.
NYC Slang
dead weight inventory, shelf warmers
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