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How Alpha Hides in GAAP Accounting: Return on Equity

CFA Institute

You can find significant alpha in the mechanics that drive GAAP accounting.

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PayPal And The Rewards Of Non-GAAP Accounting

PYMNTS

Nowadays, companies report for both generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and non-GAAP numbers, as mandated by the Securities and Exchange Commission. If GAAP is used, operating income came in at $430 million for the latest quarter, up 16 percent from a year ago. Not too shabby.

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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. Investing in multiple asset classes and across multiple entities can be complex if the right systems aren’t in place.

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When Does Your Nonprofit Need an Audit?

The Charity CFO

So it’s not always a wise investment for some smaller nonprofits. . If you need to build confidence but aren’t ready to invest in an audit, you have two main alternatives : a financial review and a financial compilation. It’s a cost-effective option for organizations that need a GAAP report. But it’s expensive.

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Bed Bath & Beyond, Coinbase, Virgin Orbit and more

CFO News Room

related investing news. Danaher — Shares of Danaher rose more than 4% after the maker of medical, industrial and commercial products issued upbeat guidance for fourth-quarter non-GAAP core revenue. Agilent also said it was investing $725 million to double manufacturing capacity.

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Richard Buckley joins vcfo Austin as Consulting CFO

VCFO

There he implemented financial and administrative structures to manage $4B+ in business and fund investments. Starting in 2008, he went to work in private equity and consulting. He served as CFO for H2X LLC and president and CFO for Conch / Druid Oilfield Services.

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The Number One Problem With Selling a Business

Focus CFO

They have not invested in their accounting department or accounting records because they consider it “overhead”. Make the investment in real financial management and solid accounting records – and enjoy the business value you deserve. GAAP financials when times get tough, and others manage to survive with street smarts.

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