PCAOB Sanctions China-Based Firm for Stalling Investigation
With its negotiations over regulatory access to China stalled, the PCAOB has settled a disciplinary order against Hong Kong audit firm PKF HK and three employees accused of failing to cooperate with an investigation. The board has revoked the registration of the company and censured the firm, contending that PKF ...
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