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Associate Company

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Quick Summary

Associate Company relationship exists with 20-50% shareholding or board participation.

Significant influence means participation in financial and operating policy decisions. Usually exists with 20-50% voting power. Associate companies are accounted for using equity method in financial statements.

Key Points

  • 20-50% shareholding
  • Significant influence
  • Not control
  • Equity method accounting
  • Joint ventures included