International Financial
Reporting Standards (IFRS) Notes
IFRS Notes
10707
Direct method and indirect method
IAS7-pr18
Two methods of reporting cash flows from operating activities
(1) direct method
Gross cash receipts and payments are reported by major classes.
(2) indirect method
Profit or loss is adjusted for non-cash revenues and expenses included
in the profit or loss
IAS7-pr19
It is encouraged to use direct method.
U.S. GAAP
SFAS 95-pr27
asc 230-15-45-25
Direct method is encouraged.