Definition of profit and loss statement

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profit & loss statement -- A detailed earnings statement for the previous full year (if you are currently in business). Existing businesses are required to show a Profit and Loss Statement for the current period to the date of the Balance Sheet.

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profit and loss statement -- a summary listing a firm's total revenues and expenses within a specified period of time. Synonymous with income and expense statement.



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