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  • What It Means
  • Why It Matters
  • Across Datreal Countries
  • Common Questions
  • Related Terms

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  • What It Means
  • Why It Matters
  • Across Datreal Countries
  • Common Questions
  • Related Terms

A provision is a recognised liability with uncertain timing or amount. Recognition generally requires a present obligation, a probable resource outflow, and a sufficiently reliable estimate.

What It Means

Common examples include warranties, legal disputes, restoration duties, and restructuring obligations. The amount reflects an estimate rather than a known invoice.

Provisions can change as evidence and assumptions change. Read the notes for purpose, movements, uncertainty, and expected settlement timing.

Why It Matters

  • Recognises uncertain obligations
  • Can materially affect profit
  • Requires judgement and note disclosure

Across Datreal Countries

This page explains the shared concept. National legal effects may differ. Check official records before acting.

Common Questions

  • Is a provision the same as a reserve?

    No. A provision is a liability; reserve can describe components within equity.
  • Why can provision amounts change?

    New evidence, probabilities, costs, and settlement timing can change the estimate.

Related Terms

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    Liabilities

    Liabilities are present obligations of a company to transfer an economic resource because of past events. They include trade payables, tax balances…

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    Balance Sheet

    A balance sheet is a snapshot of what an entity owns and owes on a specific date. In plain English, it helps you see financial position: assets on…

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    Contingent Liability

    A contingent liability is a possible obligation, or an existing obligation not recognised as a liability. Recognition may fail because payment is not…

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