In this paper, we examine the relative information content of two cash earnings measures (earnings with amortization of intangibles added back and earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization), one traditional accrual accounting earnings measure (earnings before extraordinary...

This case simultaneously examines pension accounting and earnings management. It is designed around a real-world company although the company name in the case is fictional. Several key concepts are demonstrated in this case: earnings management incentives, earnings management techniques, pension...