China hands PwC a 6-month ban and fine over audit of developer Evergrande
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Sep 13 2024
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Source: MarketWatch
PwC Penalty: Chinese authorities have imposed a six-month ban on PwC and fined the firm over 400 million yuan ($56.4 million) due to its role in auditing the collapsed property developer Evergrande.
Significance of Punishment: This penalty marks the most severe action taken against international accounting firms operating in China to date.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
