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Definition of

going concern

Business

company currently trading a company that is actively trading and making a profit

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Definitions of ’going concern’ and meaning of ’going concern’ are from the book publication, QFINANCE – The Ultimate Resource, © 2009 Bloomsbury Information Ltd. Find definitions for ’going concern’ and other financial terms with our online QFINANCE Financial Dictionary.

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