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The new international accounting standard is aimed at more consistent reporting that’s better aligned with how businesses are ...

A: Public companies provide piles of financial information to investors. But if you don't know how to read these documents or don't know what to look for, you can quickly get buried. Companies release ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Melissa Houston covers financial issues that affect women in business. How often do you read the profit and loss statement for ...

More than just paperwork, audited financial reports show that the numbers for your business add up. Knowing what goes into an audited statement and why it matters can help you gain confidence with ...

Income statements, balance sheets and cash flow statements. If you're running a business, you probably have some knowledge of basic financial statements and how to use them. But do you know why ...

Breaking Down Financial Statements Whether you’re a seasoned investor or just trying to get a better handle on finance, understanding financial statements is a skill worth having in your toolkit. Sure ...

The AICPA Accounting and Review Services Committee (ARSC) voted Thursday to expose for public comment a proposed revision that would “make explicit” that a CPA preparing financial statements as a ...