Disadvantages of GPM
-An estimate of inventory since not validated by physical count and not acceptable under GAAP for annual financial statements.
-Uses past percentages to determine markup.
-Must be careful in applying a blanket % as a company may have different types of merchandise with a wide range of actual profit %'s.
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