Forecasting & Projection

Forecasting and projection in accounting refer to the processes of predicting future financial trends and performance based on historical data, current market conditions, and expected future events. Forecasting typically provides an estimate of future outcomes under a set of assumed conditions, while projection involves the exploration of financial outcomes under various scenarios, often including the modeling of hypothetical assumptions.

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Prospective Analysis & Forecasting
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