Financial statements are formal records of the financial activities and position of a business, person, or other entity. The standard components of financial statements as per most accounting standards (including IFRS and US GAAP) include:
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Income Statement (also known as the Profit and Loss Statement): Shows the company’s revenues and expenses over a period.
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Balance Sheet: Shows the financial position (assets, liabilities, and equity) at a specific point in time.
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Cash Flow Statement: Shows how changes in the balance sheet and income affect cash and cash equivalents.
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Statement of Changes in Equity: Shows changes in the ownership interest of shareholders over time.
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Notes to the Financial Statements: Provide additional details and context.
The Funds Flow Statement is an older concept that has largely been replaced by the Cash Flow Statement in modern financial reporting frameworks. It is not considered a core part of financial statements today.