Accounting
GAAP
Quick definition
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles — the US accounting standard.
GAAP is the common set of rules governing US financial reporting, set by the FASB. Most investors and all auditors expect GAAP-compliant financials. Non-GAAP adjustments (like backing out SBC) are common in investor reporting but must be clearly labeled.
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