A special report is an in-depth investigation of a particular subject. It can be a political story, such as exposing wrongdoing or corruption, or it could be a more technical subject matter that requires a high level of expertise to understand. Special specialized reporting can increase a journalist’s credibility and provide valuable insight into complex subjects for their audience.
A type of auditor’s report that attempts to explain, elaborate, or present in a prescribed manner certain sections, accounts, or items of a financial statement; compliance with aspects of contractual agreements or regulatory provisions related to audited financial statements; financial presentations to comply with the requirements of a comprehensive basis of accounting other than gaap; and internal audits performed by a firm for clients or governmental entities. Special reports require an understanding of user needs and reporting objectives while maintaining professional standards and clarity.
Research reports are a form of special report that presents the results of a systematic investigation. They typically include quantitative data and are written in a formal language. They should be readable and concise, and they should also contain relevant illustrations. Graphs and pie charts are commonly used in research reports to provide a visual representation of the information. They can be written for either a general or specialized audience, and the tone will differ depending on the target audience. Special reports should be thoroughly vetted to ensure that they are accurate and factual, as well as free of any bias.