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To examine the economic consequences of SFAS 106 on rate-regulated enterprises, particularly in how it affects accounting practices.

The Economic Consequences of SFAS 106 in Rate-Regulated Enterprises.

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This analysis investigates SFAS 106 impacts on utility accounting and ratemaking in rate-regulated firms, suggesting significant implications.

To examine the economic consequences of SFAS 106 on rate-regulated enterprises, particularly in how it affects accounting practices.
Analyzed accounting data from rate-regulated public utility firms
Assessed the expected impact of SFAS 106 on utility accounting
Explored implications for ratemaking in these firms
SFAS 106 impacts the way rate-regulated utilities account for postretirement benefits
Changes lead to potential alterations in ratemaking practices
Non-regulated firms may experience different economic consequences than regulated counterparts

Khurana et al. (1994) studied this question.

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This analysis investigates SFAS 106 impacts on utility accounting and ratemaking in rate-regulated firms, suggesting significant implications.