In accounting, an originating timing difference refers to the initial recognition of a difference between the carrying amount of an asset or liability and its tax base that will result in taxable or deductible amounts in future periods.
Timing differences arise when there are differences between the recognition of income and expenses for tax purposes and their recognition in financial statements. These discrepancies are temporary and typically reverse over subsequent periods.
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