All articles by Umesh Ellichipuram
Umesh Ellichipuram
Taiwan small businesses expect stronger growth in 2026, finds survey
According to the survey, 53% of Taiwanese small businesses expanded in 2025.
Bruce Cartwright to chair Audit Scotland from October 2026
Cartwright will assume the responsibility on 1 October 2026, succeeding Colin Crosby in the role.
UK’s FRC sets out priorities in 2026–27 budget
The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) will have a budget of £73.3m for 2026–27, a 1.36% increase on the previous year.
AICPA and CIMA join SLID to boost governance among Sri Lankan businesses
Under the MoU, the two organisations will co-host workshops and specialised events.
AAT teams up with Swoop to support accountants and bookkeepers
The collaboration will be launched this month, initially for AAT licenced members only.
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IESBA to examine ethical impact of private equity in accounting practices
The initiative is intended to determine whether there is a need for new ethics requirements.
UK seeks views on major corporate civil enforcement overhaul
The consultation proposes creditor protections, greater market integrity and an updated state response to corporate abuse.
SEBI widens auditor pool for research analysts and investment advisers
The regulator stated that the circulars take effect immediately.
AAT welcomes stricter UK regime on late payments to small businesses
Research suggests that payment delays are a factor in the closure of 38 companies every day.
FRC unveils updated audit oversight model to reinforce UK market
The new regime is scheduled to start applying to the largest companies from April 2026.