Temporal Method

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The temporal method is a currency translation technique used in financial statements to convert foreign subsidiaries’ financials into the parent company’s reporting currency. It involves translating monetary items at the current exchange rate and non-monetary items at historical rates. This method impacts the reported financial position and performance due to exchange rate fluctuations. The temporal method is crucial for companies with international operations.

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