When valuing ending inventory under a perpetual inventory system what happens?

In a perpetual inventory system, ending inventory is continuously updated in real-time with each purchase and sale transaction. This means that the inventory balance reflects the most current cost of goods available for sale, allowing for accurate valuation at any point in time. When valuing ending inventory, businesses typically use methods such as FIFO (First-In, First-Out), LIFO (Last-In, First-Out), or weighted average cost to determine the cost of the remaining inventory. The method chosen can significantly impact the reported inventory value and the cost of goods sold on the financial statements.