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Article L123-20 of the French Commercial code

Annual accounts must comply with the principle of prudence. In drawing them up, the trader, whether a natural or legal person, is presumed to be continuing his business.

Even if there is no or insufficient profit, the necessary depreciation, amortisation and provisions must be made.

Liabilities that arose during the financial year or a previous financial year must be taken into account, even if they are known between the date of the close of the financial year and the date of preparation of the accounts.

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Article L123-20

Les comptes annuels doivent respecter le principe de prudence. Pour leur établissement, le commerçant, personne physique ou morale, est présumé poursuivre ses activités.

Même en cas d’absence ou d’insuffisance du bénéfice, il doit être procédé aux amortissements, dépréciations et provisions nécessaires.

Il doit être tenu compte des passifs qui ont pris naissance au cours de l’exercice ou d’un exercice antérieur, même s’ils sont connus entre la date de la clôture de l’exercice et celle de l’établissement des comptes.

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