Financial Statement Analysis
/ˌfaɪnænʃəl ˈsteɪtmənt əˈnæləsɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) The systematic examination and evaluation of a company's financial statements to assess its legal and financial obligations, compliance, and risk exposure.
The lawyer conducted financial statement analysis to determine the company's liability before the trial.
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- financial statement analysis
- financial statement analyses
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Commentary
Often used in corporate law and litigation to evaluate financial health and regulatory compliance; precise terminology aids clarity in legal documents.
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