Term · Accounting & Data Quality
Segment Reporting
In briefSegment reporting breaks down revenue and profit by division or region in the financial statements. For diversified small caps it is often the only source that actually substantiates the main drivers of the business model.
Definition
A breakdown of revenue and profit by business division or region in the financial statements.
How it is calculated
Formula. Not a metric - a disclosure obligation in the notes / management report.
Why it matters for small caps
For diversified small caps it is often the only source to actually substantiate the main drivers from Step 4 (business model).
Common misreadings
- It is often skipped, although it usually provides the most precise figures on customer concentration and project dependence.
In the process
Frequently asked
What is segment reporting?
It is the breakdown of group figures by division or region in the notes or management report. It shows where revenue and profit come from.
What is segment reporting used for?
It makes visible which divisions carry the business and where the risks lie. It often provides the most precise details on customer concentration and project dependence.
Why should you not skip the segment information?
It is frequently passed over, although it contains the most robust detailed figures. Without it, the picture of the value drivers remains incomplete.
Related terms
Sources
Primary
IFRS Foundation – IFRS 8 Operating Segments
https://www.ifrs.org/issued-standards/list-of-standards/ifrs-8-operating-segments/
https://www.ifrs.org/issued-standards/list-of-standards/ifrs-8-operating-segments/
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