financial examination

[faɪˈnænʃəl ɪɡˈzæmɪˈneɪʃən]
nounpl: financial examinations
exame financeiro
1. A detailed review and analysis of financial records, accounts, and statements to verify accuracy, compliance, and financial health
The bank underwent a comprehensive financial examination by federal regulators.
O banco passou por um exame financeiro abrangente dos reguladores federais.
2. An audit conducted by an independent party to assess the validity and integrity of financial information
The company's annual financial examination revealed several discrepancies in their accounting practices.
O exame financeiro anual da empresa revelou várias discrepâncias em suas práticas contábeis.
3. A formal inspection of a financial institution's operations and adherence to regulatory requirements
The financial examination of the credit union confirmed its compliance with all regulations.
O exame financeiro da cooperativa de crédito confirmou sua conformidade com todas as regulamentações.
Financial examinations are standard regulatory procedures in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, examinations by the Central Bank (Banco Central) and CVM (Securities Commission) are mandatory for financial institutions. In the USA, agencies like the Federal Reserve, OCC, and FDIC conduct these examinations regularly. Both countries emphasize transparency and regulatory compliance in financial sectors.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
financial auditaccounting auditfinancial reviewinspectionfinancial assessment
Antonyms / Antônimos
financial concealmentaccounting fraud

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
exame financeiro
Standard term used in banking and accounting sectors
São Paulo
auditoria financeira
More common in business and corporate contexts
Rio de Janeiro
inspeção financeira
Used interchangeably with exame financeiro
Portugal
exame financeiro / auditoria financeira
Both terms widely used; auditoria is more formal in European Portuguese

Related Words

auditoraudit reportcompliancefinancial statementsaccounting standardsregulatory review

Related Idioms & Phrases

pass a financial examination
undergo a financial examination
conduct a financial examination
clean bill of financial health
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