
ADVANCED ACCOUNTING-EBOOK ACCESS
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ISBN: 9781264157068
Author: Hoyle
Publisher: MCG
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Explain the meaning of term non-controlling interest.
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The interest which is other than that of parent company in any entity is termed as non-controlling interest.
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Non-controlling interest:
The interest which is other than that of parent company in any entity is termed as non-controlling interest. The non-controlling interest specifies the percentage of ownership which is not owned by the parent company.
For example, if the parent company own 70% in the subsidiary then the remaining 30% is the non-controlling interest.
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