Point of View is a forum for opinions and thoughts from XBRL US and the XBRL community about business, industry, finance, regulation and legislation, where data standards can play a role. We welcome your feedback on the XBRL point of view.
January 19

Ten tips & techniques for using the XBRL API

By David Tauriello, Vice President of Operations, XBRL US Everyone appreciates a good tip. While no substitute for a comprehensive review of all relevant information, shortcuts that enhance efficiency, save money, or broaden a perspective are useful and can have a lasting impact. Since 2018, we’ve been making data we’ve copied into our Public Filings […more]

Earlier (2023)

Good communication makes good neighbors.

By Christine Kuglin JD, LLM, CPA, Director – Truth in Accounting – Daniels College of Business, University of Denver For those of you who have ever used the online app, “NextDoor”, you probably know the benefits of keeping in touch with neighbors. The app, which is a subscriber-only network, offers up handy tips, lets residents post […more]

Earlier (2023)

SEC Can Look to States for Municipal Finance Standardization Ideas

By Marc Joffe, Senior Policy Analyst, The Cato Institute The Financial Data Transparency Act (FDTA) promises to provide municipal bond investors with standardized financial data for counties, cities, and special districts that issue debt securities. Rather than work through voluminous PDF financial statements, investors would be able to quickly access standardized data facilitating peer comparison […more]

Earlier (2023)

SBR: Tangible benefits of data standards for business and regulators

By Campbell Pryde, President and CEO, XBRL US, and John Turner, CEO, XBRL International U.S. regulators tasked with implementing the Financial Data Transparency Act (FDTA) would be well-served to consider how governments in other regions have adopted a standardized data approach to reducing administrative burden and improving efficiencies. SBR Case Study Standard Business Reporting (SBR) […more]

Earlier (2023)

Inconsistent bank regulation spells trouble for investors

By Campbell Pryde, President and CEO, XBRL US
Loopholes in regulatory disclosure requirements allow certain banks to opt out of filing to the SEC, including the recently failed Signature Bank (which also happens to be big enough to be part of the S&P 500). Equity investors need consistent disclosures across all banks. The FDTA could help resolve this kind of regulatory fragmentation.