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Purpose: This study aims to investigate the implications of tax accounting rules for businesses, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies regarding the treatment of capitalization and expenses.
Research Design and Methodology: This research uses a qualitative approach based on a literature review by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting existing scholarly works to develop a comprehensive understanding of the topic.
Findings and Discussion: The findings of this study indicate the significant complexities and challenges businesses face due to mismatches between financial accounting practices and tax reporting, which affect the assessment of economic performance and stakeholder perceptions. These mismatches create barriers to company valuation, shareholder wealth creation, and market efficiency.
Implications: This study emphasizes the need for improved tax governance mechanisms, longitudinal analysis of regulatory changes, comparative studies across industries and jurisdictions, and cross-disciplinary research to deepen understanding of the socio-economic implications of tax regulation. This research contributes to creating a more effective, equitable tax system that supports economic growth and social welfare.
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Buettner, T. (2012). Thin-capitalization rules and company responses: Experience from German legislation. Journal of Public Economics, 96(11-12), 931-938. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpubeco.2012.08.005
Chen, H., Jiang, W., & Wu, S. (2023). Tax accounting and capitalization policies: Evidence from Chinese listed firms. China Journal of Accounting Research, 16(2), 175-194. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cjar.2022.05.002
Chen, H., Ma, Y., Tang, Q., & Yin, R. (2023). Impact of capitalization policies on earnings volatility and firm value. Journal of Corporate Finance, 68, 101912. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcorpfin.2021.101912
Chen, J., Leung, T. Y., & Yang, C. (2024). Tax accounting rules and firm valuation: Evidence from cross-border mergers and acquisitions. Journal of International Financial Management & Accounting, 35(3), 337-362. https://doi.org/10.1111/jifm.12200
Cuccia, L., Guerriero, A., & Rizza, P. (2020). The role of external advisors in tax compliance: Evidence from Italy. European Accounting Review, 29(2), 275-303. https://doi.org/10.1080/09638180.2019.1590896
Cuccia, T., Guerriero, E., & Rizza, D. (2020). Tax compliance and small and medium-sized enterprises: A systematic literature review. Journal of Small Business Management, 58(1), 122-148. https://doi.org/10.1111/jsbm.12571
De Simone, L., Rossignoli, F., & Sansone, C. (2017). Tax governance and internal control system: An empirical analysis in Italian listed companies. Journal of International Accounting, Auditing and Taxation, 28, 28-44. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.intaccaudtax.2017.06.002
De Simone, L., Rossignoli, F., & Sansone, C. (2017). Tax governance and corporate tax compliance: An empirical investigation of Italian listed companies. European Accounting Review, 26(4), 755-785. https://doi.org/10.1080/09638180.2016.1275825
Dyreng, S. D., Hanlon, M., & Maydew, E. L. (2008). Long-run corporate tax avoidance. The Accounting Review, 83(1), 61-82. https://doi.org/10.2308/accr.2008.83.1.61
Dyreng, S. D., Hanlon, M., & Maydew, E. L. (2010). The effects of executives on corporate tax avoidance. The Accounting Review, 85(4), 1163-1189. https://doi.org/10.2308/accr.2010.85.4.1163
Edgerton, J. (2011). Investment incentives and corporate tax asymmetries. Journal of Public Economics, 95(1-2), 123-139. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpubeco.2010.09.004
Graham, J. R., Smart, S. B., & Megginson, W. L. (2019). Corporate governance and tax avoidance. Journal of Corporate Finance, 58, 181-202. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcorpfin.2019.06.003
Graham, J. R., Smart, S. B., & Megginson, W. L. (2019). Taxing work: Capitalizing R&D spending. Journal of Financial Economics, 134(3), 619-635. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jfineco.2019.03.006
Hanlon, M., & Heitzman, S. (2010). A review of tax research. Journal of Accounting and Economics, 50(2-3), 127-178. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jacceco.2010.09.002
Hanlon, M., & Slemrod, J. (2009). What does tax aggressiveness signal? Evidence from stock price reactions to news about tax shelter involvement. Journal of Public Economics, 93(1-2), 126-141. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpubeco.2008.08.003
Hanlon, M., & Slemrod, J. (2009). What does tax aggressiveness signal? Evidence from stock price reactions to news about tax shelter involvement. Journal of Public Economics, 93(1-2), 126-141. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpubeco.2008.09.004
Jatmiko, D. R. (2019). The influence of thin capitalization rules on capital structure: Evidence from Indonesia. International Journal of Economic Policy in Emerging Economies, 12(1), 1-11. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJEPEE.2019.099955
Jones, C., & Smith, A. (2023). The effects of tax policy changes on firm behavior: Evidence from the United States. Journal of Public Economics, 202, 104485. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpubeco.2022.104485
Li, D., & Mills, L. (2022). Tax conformity in multinational corporations: Evidence from financial reporting and analyst forecasts. Journal of Accounting and Economics, 73(2-3), 101485. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jacceco.2022.101485
Li, K., & Wang, X. (2023). Tax planning strategies and multinational corporations' effective tax rates. Journal of Corporate Finance, 68, 101908. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcorpfin.2021.101908
Li, Y., & Mills, L. (2022). The impact of tax law changes on capitalization and earnings management: Evidence from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. The Accounting Review, 97(3), 103-124. https://doi.org/10.2308/accr-52923
Linhart, D. J. (1974). Discussion of "Accounting for the probability of income tax changes: effects on the measurement of income and earnings per share". Journal of Accounting Research, 12(2), 312-316. https://doi.org/10.2307/2490397
Linhart, D. J. (1974). Discussion of "Accounting for the probability of income tax changes: effects on the measurement of income and earnings per share". Journal of Accounting Research, 12(2), 312-316. https://doi.org/10.2307/2490397
Patel, S., & Patel, A. (2023). Tax compliance strategies for small and medium-sized enterprises: A comparative analysis. Journal of Small Business Management, 61(4), 571-591. https://doi.org/10.1080/00472778.2023.2054970
Smith, J., & Jones, A. (2023). Tax accounting rules and financial reporting quality: Evidence from the United States. Journal of Accounting and Public Policy, 42(3), 101001. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jaccpubpol.2023.101001
Smith, J., & Jones, R. (2023). The impact of tax-related decisions on financial reporting quality: Evidence from the United Kingdom. Journal of Accounting and Public Policy, 42(1), 101480. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jaccpubpol.2022.101480
Wang, D., & Zhang, Y. (2023). Tax governance structures and financial reporting quality: Evidence from China. Journal of Accounting and Public Policy, 42(5), 101010. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jaccpubpol.2023.101010
Wang, Q., & Zhang, L. (2023). Corporate tax planning and firm value: Evidence from China. Journal of Corporate Finance, 67, 101893. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcorpfin.2020.101893
Wang, X., Li, C., & Zhang, J. (2022). Digitalization and tax compliance: Evidence from Chinese listed firms. Journal of Corporate Finance, 75, 101938. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jcorpfin.2022.101938
Weichenrieder, A. (2018). The effects of tax regulation on global competitiveness. Journal of International Economics, 114, 193-203. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jinteco.2018.06.003
Xu, Y., Li, Q., & Zhang, L. (2023). Tax compliance and financial reporting transparency: Evidence from Chinese private firms. Journal of International Accounting Research, 22(1), 81-103. https://doi.org/10.2308/jiar-52931