Analyzing Starbucks' Inventory Disclosures

Obtain Starbucks' 2015 annual report either using the Investor Relations portion of its website (do a web search for Starbucks investor relations) or go to http://www.sec.gov and click Search for company filings under Filings and Forms (EDGAR).

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What classifications are used by Starbucks to value its inventory?

How does Starbucks value its inventory?

What is the amount of inventory write-downs for 2015? Can you tell if Starbucks records inventory write-downs using the direct or allowance method?