According to EY, the convertible debt market saw whipsaw action in issuances. Between 2015 and 2019, average issuance varied between $40 billion and $45 billion. However, it dropped to $22 billion in 2022 but re-accelerated to $52 billion in 2023. While the levels of issuance varied, the way this type of debt is accounted for … Continue reading “Accounting for Convertible Debt Instruments”
Whether it’s a private equity transaction or an institutional or retail investor, analyzing a company’s financial statements is an important part of fundamental analysis. One important but basic way to analyze whether a company is worth investing in is through the expanded accounting equation. The most straightforward equation to analyze a business’s balance sheet is: … Continue reading “Looking at the Expanded Accounting Equation”
Drafting a will is not something that people, for the most part, want to think about. But no one gets out of life alive. So, if you want to have a say in what happens to your property and assets after you’re gone, a will is a very smart idea. Here are a few specific … Continue reading “7 Reasons You Need a Will”
The enactment of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) in 2017 brought with it major changes to the tax code on both personal and business levels. While many taxpayers have not only enjoyed but come to see these tax provisions as normal over the past seven years, many provisions of the TCJA are set … Continue reading “Are You Ready for Major Tax Changes in 2026?”
Step 3: Develop a Financial Plan We all have a different vision for our golden years – and we are also on individual financial tracks to meet our financial goals for retirement. But if you’re not where you think you should be by age 50, consider ways to step up your efforts. Some ideas frequently … Continue reading “Pre-Retirement Planning Guide Financial Plan”
Backlinks are the direct result of successful link-building efforts. The quality and quantity of backlinks a website receives are influenced by the effectiveness of its link-building strategies. Traditionally, link building has been a labor-intensive process, often requiring significant time and resources. However, advances in artificial intelligence (AI) are changing the future of link building. According to … Continue reading “The Future of Backlinks: Incorporating Artificial Intelligence in Link Building”
Accelerating Deployment of Versatile, Advanced Nuclear for Clean Energy (S 111) – This bill was introduced by Sen. Shelly Moore Capito (R-WV) on March 30, 2023. This bipartisan legislation is designed to strengthen America as a leader in energy security. This bill includes measures to bolster clean nuclear power, establish strong union jobs, and achieve … Continue reading “Clean Energy, Curing Parkinson’s, Prison Oversight and Impeaching Supreme Court Justices”
Comprehensive income (CI), which is defined as the sum of net income (NI) and other comprehensive income (OCI), gives both the internal and external audiences a 30,000-foot perspective of a company’s valuation. Understanding how it’s broken down, how it’s accounted for, and how it’s interpreted by different audiences is essential to making favorable impressions. In … Continue reading “How to Report for Comprehensive Income”
When it comes to running a business, there are a lot of expenses incurred during operations. As of January 2024, New York University’s Stern School of Business had recorded nearly $1.2 trillion in capital expenditures by U.S. sectors. Considering this, there are two important concepts that are imperative to study for effective accounting treatment: capital … Continue reading “Accounting Considerations for Capital Expenditures and Operating Expenses”
For many parents and kids, living independently after college or trade school has been a challenge – a big one, thanks to rising inflation, student debt, and high rent. However, whether your kids are headed for a university or a hands-on career, there is hope. Here’s a quick snapshot of what majors and skills can … Continue reading “School Choices that Lead to Financial Independence”
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