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How well do AI models like GPT-4 understand XBRL Data?

A couple of weeks ago, in the XBRL International newsletter, we commented unfavourably on the use of PDF versions of SEC filings as inputs to Large Language Models (LLMs). We are much more interested in how these tools can be leveraged to examine structured data, such as the Inline XBRL formatted structured filings provided to […]

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Unlocking IFRS 17: FRC review reveals insights

The UK’s Financial Reporting Council (FRC) recently shared its insights into companies’ initial application of IFRS 17, which marked a shift in insurance contract accounting. The thematic review assesses interim financial statements from ten companies, offering a nuanced view of their IFRS 17 disclosures.

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FRC highlights importance of comprehensive dividend disclosure

Dividends play a crucial role in the investment landscape, and the Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has emphasised the significance of comprehensive disclosure in this area. In a recent report, the FRC underscores the need for companies to go beyond mere disclosure of dividend amounts and provide deeper insights into their dividend policies and practices.

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FHFA urged to explore XBRL for improved data collection efficiency

The US Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) has been encouraged to embrace the use of XBRL and the LEI (Legal Entity Identifier) to facilitate the transition mandated by the FDTA (Financial Data Transparency Act) legislation.

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Dive deep into the practicalities of implementing data standards under the FDTA

Following the passage of the US’s  Financial Data Transparency Act (FDTA) late last year, there has been some debate on the best way to implement the requirements of the act. XBRL US recently published a white paper offering an analysis of the existing state of data management amongst agencies affected by the FDTA and a […]

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Examining opposition to XBRL in local government reporting

As we reported last week, the Florida Division of Auditing and Accounting has released an XBRL taxonomy for use by local governments to report their financial information digitally.

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ESMA publishes findings on ESG ratings market structure

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has written to the European Commission (EC) with the results of its Call for Evidence on the market structure of environmental, social and governance (ESG) ratings providers in the EU.

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Comprehensive report verification at last? GLEIF deploys ‘vLEI’ digital identifier in global first

The Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation (GLEIF) marked a milestone this week with the first ever use of the verifiable Legal Entity Identifier (vLEI), in the signing of its 2021 annual report.

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ECB welcomes and discusses ESAP proposal

The European Central Bank (ECB) has issued an Opinion on the establishment and functioning of the European Single Access Point (ESAP), as proposed by the European Commission in November 2021.

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Trends and outliers in industry risks, as revealed by KAMs data

We have published the second post in our series analysing world-first digitally tagged Key Audit Matters (KAMs) data from Japan, exploring how the use of XBRL can help us get a better handle on the risks identified by auditors.

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