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SEC Zeroes In on Sale-leasebacks
The regulator settles with two companies, Terex and GE, over alleged schemes to recognize revenue prematurely. August 13, 2009
Simplified Reporting: Forgotten in the Crisis?
It's been a year since an SEC advisory committee made suggestions for improving the standard-setting and preparation that goes into financial statements. August 12, 2009
A Renewed Push to Hook Companies for Counterparties' Actions
Investor advocates prod for expanding which companies can be considered primarily responsible for securities fraud. But opponents say a change in law would raise the cost of doing business. August 11, 2009
Knotting the Purse-strings
Congress embarks on its latest attempt to rein in corporate excess. August 6, 2009
Reforming Derivatives: Naked Fear
Tougher rules are needed but may go too far. August 6, 2009
Treasury Treads Lightly on Rating Reform
A top Treasury official says proposed reforms walk a fine line between interfering with the rating agencies' business and giving the raters too much credence. August 5, 2009
GE Settles Accounting Fraud Charges
In a blow to its reputation as a finance paragon, GE settles SEC fraud claims related to hedge accounting and revenue recognition. August 4, 2009
Flexible Spending Account Providers Fighting to Protect Benefits
Payflex and other companies that administer flexible spending accounts, which are used to pay for health care expenses, have reason to worry. August 3, 2009
The SEC's Most Wanted
What does the regulator most want to see in future financial filings? Recent comment letters suggest that the Securities and Exchange Commission has a keen interest in goodwill impairments, fair-value measurements, and credit-risk disclosures. August 3, 2009
Feds Oil Up Their Antibribery Machine
Why should CFOs worry? Their liability for signing off under the Sarbanes-Oxley Act is one reason. Another: their responsibility for corporate compliance. July 29, 2009