Analysis of Inventory
Inventory Disclosure
Verizon Communications Inc., balance sheet: inventory
US$ in millions
| Dec 31, 2024 | Dec 31, 2023 | Dec 31, 2022 | Dec 31, 2021 | Dec 31, 2020 | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wireless and wireline equipment held for sale | 2,247) | 2,057) | 2,388) | 3,055) | 1,796) |
Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31).
The data provided reflects the value of wireless and wireline equipment held for sale by the company over a five-year period from 2020 to 2024. The figures are expressed in millions of US dollars.
- Trend Analysis
- The value of equipment held for sale started at $1,796 million at the end of 2020. This value increased significantly to $3,055 million by the end of 2021, representing a substantial rise.
- In 2022, the value decreased to $2,388 million, indicating a reduction following the previous increase.
- Further decline is observed in 2023, with the value dropping to $2,057 million.
- However, in 2024, the value experienced a slight recovery, increasing to $2,247 million.
- Insights
- The sharp rise in equipment held for sale between 2020 and 2021 may suggest either an accumulation of assets intended for sale or a strategic stockpiling in anticipation of future sales opportunities.
- The subsequent downward trend over the next two years likely reflects the disposal or sale of held equipment, decreasing inventory levels.
- The modest increase in the last observed year could indicate a renewed acquisition or buildup of equipment, possibly in response to market conditions or operational demands.
- Overall, the fluctuations point to active management of equipment assets, with notable increases and decreases that could correlate with broader business strategies or market dynamics.