Contingent Gain

Contingent Asset
A possible asset that arises from past events and whose existence will be confirmed only by the occurrence of one or more uncertain future events, beyond the control of the accounting entity.
Contingent Gain
A contingent gain is an economic benefit that may be realized when a favorable event occurs, though it is not guaranteed and depends on future uncertainties.

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