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Segmental reporting

In: UK Gaap

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  • Mike Davies

    (Ernst & Young)

  • Ron Paterson

    (Ernst & Young)

  • Allister Wilson

    (Ernst & Young)

Abstract

Segmental reporting involves the reporting of disaggregated financial information, such as turnover, profits, assets etc., about a business entity. This information is generally analysed in two ways: (a) by industry segment. Industry segments are the distinguishable components of an entity each engaged in providing a different product or service, or a different group of related products or services, primarily to customers outside the entity;1 (b) by geographical segment. Geographical segments are the distinguishable components of an entity engaged in operations in individual countries or groups of countries within particular geographical areas.2 Segmental reporting has been debated since the early 1960s; that period being significant for the rapid emergence and growth, especially in the US, of the multinational conglomerate business entity.

Suggested Citation

  • Mike Davies & Ron Paterson & Allister Wilson, 1992. "Segmental reporting," Palgrave Macmillan Books, in: UK Gaap, edition 0, chapter 0, pages 873-916, Palgrave Macmillan.
    • Handle: RePEc:pal:palchp:978-1-349-12998-0_16
    DOI: 10.1007/978-1-349-12998-0_16
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