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There are several costing items that has change in the adoption of IFRS, for in GAAP the stock valuation or material pricing adopted is LIFO and FIFO but in IFRS only FIFO is adopted etc

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How many ifrs standards are there?

There are currently 13 IFRS standards...


What is iFRS equity?

IFRS means International Financial Reporting Standard Equity means Equity IFRS Equity means Equity computed on the basis of IFRS For more info I can suggest you to visit these website: http://www.ifrslist.com/ (is a free community about IFRS. I suggest you to join it) http://www.ifrslist.com/tag/equity/ Regards


Uses of ifrs?

International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) are new standards and Interpretation about accounting applied in several countries. IFRS are issued by IASB For more info I suggest you to visit related links


Where do start up costs belong on the balance sheet?

Start-up costs are generally classified as an asset on the balance sheet, often under "deferred charges" or "prepaid expenses." These costs represent expenditures incurred before the business begins operations and may include expenses like legal fees, marketing, and permits. Depending on the accounting policies, these costs may be amortized over time, reflecting their consumption as the business operates. It's essential to follow relevant accounting standards, such as GAAP or IFRS, for proper classification and treatment.


Provide a list of financial statutory requirements?

Financial statutory requirements typically include the preparation and presentation of financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards, such as GAAP or IFRS. Companies must also conduct annual audits by an independent auditor and submit tax filings in compliance with local tax laws. Additionally, they are required to disclose relevant financial information to stakeholders, including regulatory bodies, as mandated by securities regulations. Compliance with these requirements helps ensure transparency and accountability in financial reporting.

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Is accrual accounting GAAP or IFRS?

IFRS


Major differences between IFRS and us gaap?

Well, one major difference is that IFRS's do not allow the use of LIFO for accounting for inventory. Many US companies use the LIFO method as a way to lower corporate taxes.The way to adjust inventory is different as well. In US GAAP the the revaluation amount is calculated by using the ceiling, floor and replacment cost. In IFRS the net present value is used and is calculated by subtracting the amount of selling costs from the selling price.


How many international accounting standards are there?

Typically, every country can have their own set of accounting standards used for private enterprises. However, the three major accounting standards recognized globally are US GAAP, Canadian GAAP (although Canada is switching to IFRS effective January 1st, 2011), and IFRS (which is used by most countries in the world now, excluding USA, which uses US GAAP). *GAAP = Generally Accepted Accounting Principles **IFRS = International Financial Reporting Standards


Should deprciation should be charged on idle assets?

Under all of US GAAP, CDN GAAP and IFRS, idle assets should continue to be depreciated.


How many multinationals use us gaap?

The exact number keeps changing but i can tell you that the IFRS and IAS are made so as to be in line with US GAAP. So, any country following them will definitely be in line with US GAAP.


What is the XBRL term for sales and for gross profit?

It depends which GAAP you are referring to. The answer would be different for US GAAP, Canadian GAAP or IFRS. If you mean US GAAP, you can look it up at http://xbrl.us/Pages/US-GAAP.aspx - the answer(s) would probably be SalesRevenueNet and GrossProfit, respectively.


Does a nonprofit have to follow GAAP?

Yes. IN the US non profits are expected to follow GAAP accounting rules. In Europe and expanding to most other parts of the developed world, companies are using IFRS.


Treatment of other-than-temporary impairment for equity investment versus equity securities?

It depends whether IFRS or GAAP


Barriers to successful harmonisation of accouting standards?

I believe this question is phrased incorrectly. "International Accounting Standards" means the same thing as IFRS. IFRS stands for "International Financial Reporting Standards". I suspect the question should actually read 'what is the difference between IFRS and US GAAP? I have some knowledge regarding this question as well but this is by no means a complete response. The piece I know about applies to the treatment of R&D expenses. Under US GAAP, almost all of a company's R&D expense are treated as cash outflow (expenses) and affect the income statement in the period in which they occur. There is no effect to asset levels on the balance sheet. Under IFRS, a large portion of a company's R&D expenses must be capitalized and then depreciated/amortized over some period. The treatment is more like that of capital investment spending and creates assets on the balance sheet that then carry a book value as they are depreciated over time.


What is global GAAP?

Global GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) refers to a set of accounting standards and principles used internationally to guide financial reporting. It provides a framework for companies to report their financial performance in a consistent and comparable manner across different countries. Examples of global GAAP include International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) developed by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB).


How to amortize an indefinite life intangible asset?

Answer:Under US GAAP as well as IFRS, intangible assets with an indefinite life (for example brand names) are not amortized, but instead, an annual impairment test is performed.


What is recognition?

Revenue recognition is an accounting principle that prescribes when companies need to recognize revenue. Under US GAAP as well as IFRS companies need to recognize revenue when they have delivered the goods/rendered the services and payment is reasonably certain.