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: Private Companies

FASB Solicits Private Co. Input On Particular Standards At Upcoming Roundtables
FASB Findings On Differences Between Private, Public Co. User Needs; FAF Update
Private Companies Web Portal Launched By FASB
FASB Exempts Private Cos. From Certain Revenue Recognition Disclosure Requirements
At its June 8 board meeting, FASB decided to exempt private companies from certain disclosure requirements in its upcoming standard on revenue recognition. Private Companies: Tune Into FASB Update For Nonpublic Entities, June 17
Private Company CFOs Prefer FASB As Standard Setter, GT Survey
By a wide margin (59 percent), a national survey finds that private company chief financial officers prefer the Financial Accounting Standards Board as their accounting standard setter. Private Company CFOs Prefer FASB As Standard Setter, GT Survey
By a wide margin (59 percent), a national survey finds that private company chief financial officers prefer the Financial Accounting Standards Board as their accounting standard setter. Mid-market Perspectives: 2011 Report On America's Economic Engine
Deloitte/Economist Intelligence Unit survey of 527 executives of public and private companies for current and future outlook. Private Companies: May 2011
Blue Ribbon Panel On Private Cos. Issues Report, Recommendations To FAF
On Jan. 26, 2011 the Blue Ribbon Panel on Standard-Setting for Private Cos. issued its report and recommendations to the Financial Accounting Foundation, which oversees FASB. Highlights of Recommendations Made By Blue Ribbon Panel On Private Cos.
Following are some highlights from the report of the Blue Ribbon Panel on Private Cos. Blue Ribbon Panel On Private Companies Issues Report To FAF
The Blue Ribbon Panel on Standard-Setting for Private Companies issued its report and recommendations to FAF. 1099 Reporting Requirement
FEI Member Daryl E. Buck Appointed To Financial Accounting Standards Board
FEI member Daryl E. Buck, CFO, Reasor's, a private company, was appointed to the Financial Accounting Standards Board. FEI CEO's 2011 Top Challenges For Financial Executives
FEI's president and CEO lists top issues for financial executives for 2011 FEI Express Private Company Edition #86
FEI Express Public Company Edition #88
FEI Express Private Company Edition #85
CPC-P Submits Written Statement to SEC on Ways to Improve Capital Formation
FEI Express Private Company Edition #83
Blue Ribbon Panel on Private Cos. Prefers New Standard-Setting Model And Separate Board
On Fri., Oct. 8, 2010 the Blue Ribbon Panel on Standard Setting for Private Companies indicated a preference for a new standard setting model for private company generally accepted accounting principles, with a separate private company standards board. FEI staff attending the BRP meeting as observers prepared the detailed summary of the meeting which follows. Blue Ribbon Panel On Standard Setting For Private Cos. To Vote This Week
The Blue Ribbon Panel on Standard Setting for Private Companies is expected to vote on a recommendation this week. CPC-S Responses to Arguments Against Separate Private Company Accounting Standards
On Sept. 30, 2010 CPC-S sent a draft document to the Blue Ribbon Panel on Standard Setting for Private Companies, Responses to Arguments Against Separate Private Company Accounting Standards. FEI CPC-S Committee shares views on Proposed ASU Financial Instruments.
FEI CPC-S Committee shares views on Proposed ASU Financial Instruments. FEI CPC-S Committee express its views on the questions from Blue Ribbon Panel
The Committee on Private Company Standards (CPC-S) of Financial Executives International (FEI) wishes to express its views on the questions from Blue Ribbon Panel. FEI Commitee On Private Company Standards Responds To Blue Ribbon Panel
On September 15, 2010 FEI's Committee on Private Company Standards filed a comment letter in response to questions posed by the Blue Ribbon Panel on Standard Setting for Private Companies. FASB Issues Update On Blue Ribbon Panel On Private Cos.; Seeks Comment By Sept. 15
On Sept. 10, 2010 FASB issued an update on the Blue Ribbon Panel on Private Company Standard Setting. As a reminder, comments on the Blue Ribbon Panel's Questions for CPC-P Signs Letter Raising Awareness on Effects of Tax Increases on Business
Private Companies: September 10
Consequences of a tax lien go far beyond the payment of outstanding taxes. AICPA/FAF/NASBA Blue Ribbon Panel Seeking Constituents' Comments
AICPA/FAF/NASBA Blue Ribbon Panel on Standard Setting for Private Companies is seeking written input to seven questions by Sept. 15. FEI Comments To FASB On Effective Dates Of Standards For Private Cos.
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Private Companies : July 10
CPC-P Signs Letter Opposing New Payroll Taxes on S Corporation Shareholders
FASB, IASB News Roundup May 1, 2010 - June 2, 2010
This summary of recent developments at FASB and the IASB is provided as a benefit of membership for FEI members only. Financial Reporting: June 10
Chief financial officers are often too busy and hard-pressed to find time to stay on top of the latest accounting and convergence plans of the Financial Accounting Standards Board and International Accounting Standards Board FEI Committee on Private Co. Standards Releases Working Draft On Private Co. Accounting
Private Companies: May 10
Many companies with revenues from a few million to several hundred million dollars have experienced tough business conditions since early 2008. And though it’ll likely be a while before returning to what’s considered “normal” market conditions, there are viable financing sources for these small- to mid-sized businesses (SMBs). Private Company Tax Policy Priorities
Summary Of First Meeting Of Blue Ribbon Panel On Private Company Accounting
Following is a summary of the first meeting of the Blue Ribbon Panel on Private Company Accounting, held on April 12, 2010. Private Company Financial Reporting In The Spotlight
Blue Ribbon Panel on Private Company Accounting To Hold First Meeting April 12
The Blue Ribbon Panel on Private Company Accounting will hold its first meeting on April 12, 2010. Private Company Financial Reporting, By Grant Thornton
Blue Ribbon Panel Members Named - To Address Private Co. Accounting
IASB Publishes Free Training Material On IFRS For SMEs
On Jan. 18, 2010 the IASB announced the publication of new training material on IFRS for SMEs. Private Companies: January 10
Howard Brodsky set out to conquer the carpet world. Dan Bleier just wanted to save his family-owned business. Both cherished their independent status in a retail “big-box” business world. Now, each realizes success through a purchasing cooperative. Washington Insights: January 10
Entering the new year, financial executives will experience a furious pace of change in the world of financial reporting. At least 10 major proposals are expected to be released by the Financial Accounting Standards Board, for which FASB seeks comment on the proposals’ costs, benefits and more, as FASB strives to reach the goal of converging accounting standards by June 2011. Blue Ribbon Panel On Private Company Accounting Standards Formed
Private Companies: December 09
With the unemployment rate surging past 10 percent and little immediate relief in sight, private companies, in particular, are likely wrestling with critical hiring choices as they enter 2010: Cut more jobs, make do with an already beleaguered workforce or add new talent and perhaps invite higher short-term financial pain. FASB Advisory Committee Calls For FAF To Consider Separate Private Co. Standards
At a joint meeting of the Financial Accounting Standards Board's Private Co. Financial Reporting Committee and Small Business Advisory Committee on Dec. 3, 2009, PCFRC Chair Judy O'Dell said, "We've dome to the conclusion it's time to look at a separate set of private company accounting standards." Background on Private Company Framework Comments, By Andy Thrower
Private Companies: November 09
Are you making the most of social networking to accomplish business goals, secure exciting positions and create new opportunities for yourself and your organization? Many of your peers — financial executives at privately held businesses — actively participate in social networking to build their personal brand. Private Companies: October 09
During 2006, 2007 and 2008, the U.S. gross domestic product grew at 2.7 percent, 2.1 percent and .4 percent, respectively, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis. At the same time, the companies on the Inc. 500 list were racking up revenue gains that measured in the thousands of percent. Similarities And Differences Between Full IFRS And IFRS For SMEs, By PwC
IFRS For Small And Mid-Sized Entities Outlined In Financial Executive
Private Companies : September 09
Entrepreneurial companies continue to encounter challenges in financing growth as private capital markets remain volatile. However, both debt and equity capital remain available for high-quality, well-managed companies. A Closer Look At IFRS For SMEs, By KPMG
Privately Held Business: The Lifeblood Of The Global Economy, By Grant Thornton
IASB Publishes IFRS For SMEs
On July 9, 2009 International Accounting Standards Board published International Financial Reporting Standards for Small and Medium-Sized Entities (formerly called: IFRS for Private Entities). FASB Finalizing Additional FIN 48 Guidance, Focuses On Pass-Throughs
At its July 7, 2009 board meeting, FASB voted to move to issuing additional guidance relating to FIN 48, focusing on pass-through entities, after deliberating on comments received on Proposed FSP FIN 48-d. Separately, FASB discussed comments on Proposed FSP FAS 157-f on fair valuing liabilities, and announced a new project on the Disclosure Framework. private companies: July 09
From the time people are young, they are encouraged to look beyond outer appearances and focus on what’s underneath. Recall the adages: “beauty is only skin deep,” or “never judge a book by its cover.” private companies: June 09
Even in the best of times companies owned by private equity firms are a world unto themselves. The current economic climate has made top financial jobs in private-equity portfolio companies even more challenging. private companies: may 09
Unlike individuals, corporations do not benefit from a lower tax rate on their capital gains. Corporate capital gains are taxed like other ordinary income at a maximum federal rate of 35 percent. IFRS - What It Means For Private Company Reporting, by Deloitte
FASB Prepares To Release Proposal On FIN 48 For Certain Private Entities
On April 14, 2009 FASB discussed upcoming guidance on application of FIN 48, Uncertainty in Income Taxes, to private companies, specifically focusing on guidance for pass-through entities, which include private companies and other types of entities (e.g., certain partnerships). CPC Signs Letter Supporting Estate Tax Amendment
Private Company Members - What Are Your Hot Topics?
On April 1, 2009 FEI launched a survey of its private company members on topics of interest to private companies. FEI members can complete the survey here. Private Companies Positive On IFRS Finds New Deloitte Poll
Value And Effectiveness Of Corporate Anti-Fraud Programs
FEI Committee On Private Cos. Comments On FASB Disclosure Proposal
private companies: january 09
Companies of every size and in every industry — both private and public — are facing one of the most challenging business environments in history. Contributing to the turmoil: unprecedented levels of market volatility, declines in consumer confidence and spending and a new presidential administration. financial reporting : november 08
private companies: november 08
In these increasingly challenging economic times, managing your company’s liquidity will allow your firm to have the cash on hand it needs — when necessary — to maintain its business viability and avoid financial distress. private companies: october 08
Growing international markets were disrupted this year as the most celebrated economic boom in a generation came to an abrupt end. With this shift also came a dramatic change in the plans and outlooks for many privately held businesses around the globe. Such companies — including entrepreneurs and family businesses — comprise more than 98 percent of businesses worldwide. Private Companies: september 08
What’s the best way to finance a promising private company in a good or challenging economy? About 65 percent the nation’s gross national product is produced by its 25 million small-business owners. Roughly 8 percent (or two million) small businesses in the United States fail every year and another two million then start up.
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