Terms starting with

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Quality of Earnings

Quality of earnings refers to how sustainable and reliable a company’s earnings are. High-quality earnings stem from core operations, not one-time events or aggressive accounting.…

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Qualified Retirement Plan

A qualified retirement plan meets the requirements set by tax authorities (like IRS or HMRC) for favourable tax treatment. Examples include 401(k) and pension plans.…

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Quota

In accounting and finance, a quota refers to a set sales or production target. It’s commonly used in budgeting, forecasting, and performance measurement. Meeting or…

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Quoted Price

A quoted price is the current market price for a security, asset, or commodity, as listed on an exchange or agreed upon in a contract.…

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Quantity Variance

Quantity variance is the difference between the actual quantity of materials used and the standard quantity expected, multiplied by the standard cost. It helps businesses…

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Qualified Audit

A qualified audit indicates that an auditor has found limitations in the scope of the audit or deviations from accounting standards. While the financials are…

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Quarter-End Closing

Quarter-end closing is the accounting process conducted at the end of each fiscal quarter to finalise books, reconcile accounts, and prepare interim financial reports. It…

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Qualified Opininon

A qualified opinion is an auditor’s report stating that, except for specific reservations, the financial statements are fairly presented. It’s issued when there’s a material…

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Quick Ratio

The quick ratio measures a company’s short-term liquidity by comparing quick assets to current liabilities. It’s calculated as (Cash + Marketable Securities + Accounts Receivable)…

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Quick Assets

Quick assets are current assets that can be converted into cash quickly, usually within 90 days. They include cash, marketable securities, and accounts receivable but…

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