Alright for the bank?
13 September 2012
IAS 39, which deals with financial instruments, is one of the most controversial international Standards. The trouble with derivatives is explained here.
On 31 March, the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) published new rules, which are to be used by accountants all over the world from next year. However, there is a dispute between the European Union and the IASB over IAS 39. This Standard compels companies to account for financial instruments (derivatives) at market values rather than historic cost, as us...