A special report is a customized financial report that deviates from standard reporting formats. These reports meet unique information needs while maintaining professional standards. Special reports can be used to explain or illustrate certain sections, accounts, or items in a financial statement, to comply with regulatory requirements that differ from GAAP, or to provide other specific information not normally reported on in financial statements.
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This section of the research report introduces the research problem and aims of your systematic investigation, while also highlighting any existing knowledge in the area of study. It can also include a discussion on possible future work based on your results and conclusions.
The next section is the main body of your research report. This is where you present the findings and results of your systematic investigation, along with any conclusions and recommendations that emerge from the study. It is important to note that your research report should be written with the audience in mind, as this will determine its tone and level of complexity. A research report that is intended for a general audience will need to be presented in an easily accessible and relatable manner, while a more specialized audience would require more technical information.