l7 Flashcards
provision definition
A provision is defined as a liability of uncertain timing or amount.
Examples of provisions
Examples:
Provisions for:
losses on contracts,
obsolescence of inventories (stock),
costs related to closure of a division of the company.
Non-current liability definition
A non-current liability is any liability that does not meet the definition of a current liability. Non-current liabilities are also described as long-term liabilities.
Current liability criteria
A current liability is a liability, which satisfies any of the following criteria:
it is expected to be settled in the entity’s normal operating cycle;
it is held primarily for the purpose of being traded;
it is due to be settled within 12 months after the balance sheet date.
NCL examples
Loan stock.
Debentures.
Bonds.
Bank borrowing and commercial paper.
Issue of shares at the date of incorporation
When company first comes into existence:
it issues shares to the owners, who become shareholders.
Each share has a named value, which is called its nominal value (par value)