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Obama Budget to Spark Tax Debates

Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:50:00 GMT

President Obama's 2011 proposed budget is replete with tax proposals, many that are "hostile" to business. Here's a breakdown of the potential changes.

E*Trade's Debt Swap Triggers Ownership Change

Mon, 07 Dec 2009 14:50:00 GMT

The online-trading hub triggers a technical change of ownership by swapping out its debt. But it should be able to hang on to its long-term tax benefits.

How to Repatriate Earnings Tax-Free

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:38:00 GMT

Three pieces of IRS guidance issued over the past year provide a roadmap for corporate taxpayers.

New Revenue-Recognition Rules: The Apple of Apple's Eye?

Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:17:00 GMT

The computer company and other tech outfits are likely to cash in on revenue-recognition changes if the new regs take on an international flavor.

GE Settles Accounting Fraud Charges

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 11:48:00 GMT

In a blow to its reputation as a finance paragon, GE settles SEC fraud claims related to hedge accounting and revenue recognition.

The Carbon Effect on Earnings, M&A

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 14:40:00 GMT

Proposed energy legislation will have direct and indirect consequences on the revenues, profits, and M&A transactions of heavy CO₂ emitters.

PCAOB Rips E&Y on Revenue Recognition

Wed, 27 May 2009 12:25:00 GMT

Two of Ernst & Young's clients had to restate financial results after the accounting-firm overseer found departures from GAAP.

Sun Goes Down on Solar Company Execs

Tue, 10 Mar 2009 20:21:00 GMT

The CEO and CFO of a bankrupt solar products company settle fraud charges with SEC.

Out-of-State Amazon Must Pay New York Taxes

Sat, 24 Jan 2009 00:47:00 GMT

Despite calling a new tax rule discriminatory, Amazon loses its court battle and must continue to collect state sales taxes from New Yorkers.

Rulemakers Launch Revenue-Recognition Makeover

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 18:08:00 GMT

The accounting boards aim to make a dent in a mile-high stack of problems facing companies in terms of reporting sales that are linked to customer contracts.