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Implementing SFAS 157. Phase 5: Post-implementation Review
KPMG, May 27, 2008
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Implementing SFAS 157. Phase 5: Post-implementation Review
KPMG, May 27, 2008
In our August 2007 article on FASB Statement No. 157, Fair Value Measurements, we described a five-phase approach for managing its implementation. This article provides greater insight into the fifth and final phase of implementation, Post-implementation Review. |
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Implementing SFAS 157. Phase 4: Implementation and Dry Run
KPMG, May 21, 2008
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Implementing SFAS 157. Phase 4: Implementation and Dry Run
KPMG, May 21, 2008
In our August 2007 article on FASB Statement No. 157, Fair Value Measurements, we described a five-phase approach for managing its implementation. This article provides greater insight into the fourth phase of implementation, Implementation and Dry Run. |
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2007-2008 Audit Committee Member Survey Snapshot
KPMG, Jun 19, 2008
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2007-2008 Audit Committee Member Survey Snapshot
KPMG, Jun 19, 2008
This summary discusses key findings from the Annual Audit Committee Member Survey – conducted by KPMG’s Audit Committee Institute (ACI) and the National Association of Corporate Directors – in which nearly 300 audit committee members of public companies shared their perspectives and priorities for the year ahead. |
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Headroom - Insights into the capital markets
KPMG, Mar 31, 2008
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Headroom - Insights into the capital markets
KPMG, Mar 31, 2008
In this edition of Headroom we explore how enterprise risk management has moved decisively up the corporate agenda and consider whether its inclusion in ratings agencies’ criteria will prompt improved transaction risk management. We also look at the importance of striking the right balance with cost cutting post-deal and how the credit crunch will shape corporate finance decision making in the foreseeable future. |
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Oil and Gas Property Determinations
KPMG, Jun 2, 2008
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Oil and Gas Property Determinations
KPMG, Jun 2, 2008
The definition of property is critical for oil and gas industry taxpayers. This article outlines the importance of property determinations and the rules for making property determinations. The article also provides examples to illustrate how those rules may apply to various fact patterns. |
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Taxation and the Environment
KPMG, Apr 24, 2008
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Taxation and the Environment
KPMG, Apr 24, 2008
This paper suggests that governments have a particular responsibility for preservation of the environment, and briefly compares the different ways in which their influence may be exerted: by regulation, tax charges, emissions trading schemes, subsidies and tax reliefs, and education or persuasion. |
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CEE Renewable Electricity Outlook
KPMG, Jun 16, 2008
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CEE Renewable Electricity Outlook
KPMG, Jun 16, 2008
The renewable electricity generation sector offers a large scale of opportunities for professional investors including well established energy companies, construction companies and equipment manufacturers. It also offers opportunities for financial investors such as private equity, venture capital, infrastructure funds, banks and other financial institutions. |
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Climate Changes Your Business.
KPMG, Jun 10, 2008
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Climate Changes Your Business.
KPMG, Jun 10, 2008
This review brings together and analyses the most important research into the effects of climate change on the corporate world, in order to identify the specific risks and economic impacts at sector level that businesses must address. Its purpose is to contribute to the debate, to stimulate further research and, most important to help companies better understand and respond to the issues at stake. |
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 Key Issues for Rising National Oil Companies
KPMG, Jul 1, 2008
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 Key Issues for Rising National Oil Companies
KPMG, Jul 1, 2008
This report explores the position of National Oil Companies through interviews with senior executives and offers their insights into emerging issues for the oil and gas industry in the next 5-10 years. |
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 KPMG's 2008 Energy Survey
KPMG, Jun 30, 2008
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 KPMG's 2008 Energy Survey
KPMG, Jun 30, 2008
This year’s KPMG survey, which polled 372 financial executive from oil and gas companies in April 2008, provides quantitative findings on executives’ outlook on oil prices and price drivers, upstream capital investment, U.S. energy security, renewable fuels and sources, natural gas, and global warming. |
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EU to Hold Hearing on Potential OMV Acquisition of MOL
Global Refining & Fuels Report [LEXISNEXIS], Jul 3, 2008
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EU to Hold Hearing on Potential OMV Acquisition of MOL
Global Refining & Fuels Report [LEXISNEXIS], Jul 3, 2008
The EU will hold closed hearing on Austrian oil company OMV's unsolicited bid to purchase Hungary's MOL, Reuters reported. |
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Suspension of Vat on Fuel Up to Philippine Govt: Energy Chief
Asia Pulse [LEXISNEXIS], Jul 3, 2008
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Suspension of Vat on Fuel Up to Philippine Govt: Energy Chief
Asia Pulse [LEXISNEXIS], Jul 3, 2008
Philippine's Energy Secretary Angelo Reyes said Wednesday he has no powers to suspend the collection of Value added tax (VAT) on fuel. |
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Draft G-8 Paper Eyes Emissions Cuts
The Daily Yomiuri(Tokyo) [LEXISNEXIS], Jul 3, 2008
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Draft G-8 Paper Eyes Emissions Cuts
The Daily Yomiuri(Tokyo) [LEXISNEXIS], Jul 3, 2008
The draft declaration to be adopted at the upcoming Group of Eight summit will include a plan for each member to set a midterm target from around 2020 to 2030 for reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, The Yomiuri Shimbun learned Wednesday. |
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