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Cross-Listed Companies, Navigating International Reporting Standards 

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For example, while South African companies follow International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), the US requires compliance with its Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). IFRS is principles-based and allows for some judgment in financial reporting, while GAAP is more rigid, rules-based, and less forgiving.

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IFRS 17 cost estimated at US$15B to US$20B for insurers

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The total IFRS cost faced by the global insurance sector to implement the standard is estimated to hit the range of US$15 billion - US$20 billion, said Willis Towers Watson recently. Estimated IFRS costs vary significantly by insurer size, according to a Willis Towers Watson study which polled 312 insurers from 50 countries.

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MedTech Bundling Requires Both DSE and Lessor Accounting Solutions

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For leasing, this means International Accounting Standards Board’s (IASB’s) IFRS 16 and US GAAP Financial Accounting Standards Board’s (FASB’s) ASC 842. For revenue recognition, they also must comply with ASC 606 and IFRS 15.

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Parallel Accounting is a Key Tool for Global Companies with Multiple Reporting Requirements

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For example, a company with branches doing business in the United States and the European Union will need to comply with both GAAP and IFRS accounting principles. Other key factors include where the company stands with regard to implementing new accounting standards (ASC 606, IFRS 15, ASC 842, IFRS, 16, etc.)

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Family Office Financial Management

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Financial governance allows your organization to meet compliance requirements, such as IFRS and GAAP updates, by having the right financial controls in place. For single and multiple family offices, governance is key to financial success and is an important element of your organizational structure.

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Top Five Questions Clients Are Asking About RevRec and Quote-to-Cash

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Within the Five-Step model, Step 4 of ASC 606 and IFRS 15 requires an allocation of the total consideration in a contract, which your company is entitled to collect for each distinct performance obligation. Standalone Selling Price: What is SSP, why is it needed, and how is it determined?

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The Number One Problem With Selling a Business

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GAAP financials when times get tough, and others manage to survive with street smarts. GAAP based Managerial Financial Statements. GAAP or IFRS based. GAAP or IFRS standards in order to maximize the value of the company. The Value of Good Accounting Records. At some point it will be time to sell.

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