Comparability of Reporting Information in the Light of Conceptual Framework of IFRS Cover Image

Porównywalność informacji sprawozdawczych w świetle założeń koncepcyjnych MSSF
Comparability of Reporting Information in the Light of Conceptual Framework of IFRS

Author(s): Barbara Gierusz, Teresa Martyniuk
Subject(s): Economy, Business Economy / Management
Published by: Wydawnictwo Naukowe Uniwersytetu Szczecińskiego
Keywords: qualitative characteristics; usefulness of reporting information

Summary/Abstract: Purpose – Purpose of this article is to indicate an importance of different aspects of comparability for usefulness of reporting information. Design/methodology/approach – This article is based on literature studies and analysis of Polish accounting law. Findings – Indication of importance of comparability as a qualitative characteristic, which expands possibilities of information usage, whilst improving its relevance and as a consequence its usefulness. Originality/value – Indication that differentiation of legal basis and allowance for simplifications in financial reporting hinders, and often makes it impossible to compare reporting information of different entities. This is just one aspect of comparability, which does not exhaust all aspects.

  • Issue Year: 2017
  • Issue No: 88 (1)
  • Page Range: 231-240
  • Page Count: 10
  • Language: Polish