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Technical Line - A closer look at an entity’s accounting for sales of its shares in secondary market transactions


Overview

Secondary market transactions have become a popular way for holders of private company shares to monetize the shares before the entity is sold or goes public. Our Technical Line, A closer look at an entity’s accounting for sales of its shares in secondary market transactions, highlights the factors to consider in determining the appropriate accounting for these transactions, which often requires significant judgment.

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