How is equity calculated?

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In accountancy, equity is defined as the amount invested by the owner of the company or business.

Equity is calculated by subtracting liabilities of the business from it’s assets

Equity = Assets – Liabilities

Also read:

What Are Current Assets

What Are Non Current Assets

What Is a Fixed Asset

Marshalling of Assets and Liabilities

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