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The amount of trade and other payables for the reporting period.

No definition available.

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The amount of trade and other receivable for the reporting period.

No definition available.

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The amount receivable by the entity that it does not separately disclose in the same statement or note.

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The amount of payment due to suppliers for goods and services used in the entity's business.

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The amount due from customers for goods and services sold.

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