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The amount of impairment loss or reversal of impairment loss recognised in profit or loss. [Refer: Impairment loss recognised in profit or loss; Reversal of impairment loss recognised in profit or loss]

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The amount of non-current assets or disposal groups classified as held for sale or as held for distribution to owners. [Refer: Non-current assets or disposal groups classified as held for distribution to owners; Non-current assets or disposal groups classified as held for sale]

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The amount of tangible assets that: (a) are held for use in the production or supply of goods or services, for rental to others, or for administrative purposes; and (b) are expected to be used during more than one period.

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The amount of revenue from contracts with customers. A customer is a party that has contracted with an entity to obtain goods or services that are an output of the entity’s ordinary activities in exchange for consideration.

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Steel Plant Capacity

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Steel Shipment Recorded

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