Overview of IFRS Standards and IFRS 1

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What is the primary factor that distinguishes a financial liability from equity?

  • The maturity date of the financial instrument.
  • The interest rate associated with the financial instrument.
  • The obligation of the entity to deliver cash or a financial asset. (correct)
  • The method of settlement, whether in cash or shares.

How is the equity component of a compound financial instrument, like a convertible note, measured?

  • By multiplying the fair value of the liability component by the conversion ratio.
  • By calculating the present value of the future cash flows expected from the instrument.
  • By subtracting the fair value of the liability component from the fair value of the compound instrument. (correct)
  • By dividing the fair value of the instrument by the number of shares issued.

When can financial assets and liabilities be offset?

  • When the entity has a legal obligation to settle the amounts simultaneously.
  • When the entity intends to use the asset to settle the liability within the next year.
  • When the entity has a legally enforceable right to offset the recognized amounts, and intends either to settle on a net basis or realize the asset and settle the liability simultaneously. (correct)
  • When the entity has a contractual agreement with the counterparty to offset the amounts.

According to IAS 33, which type of entity is required to calculate and present earnings per share (EPS)?

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What are the two types of EPS that must be presented with equal prominence?

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What is meant by 'dilution' in the context of EPS?

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If a company reports a discontinued operation, where must it present basic and diluted EPS for that operation?

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What is the primary purpose of IAS 33?

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Which of the following might affect the denominator in the basic EPS calculation?

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What is the purpose of reconciling the numerators in basic and diluted EPS calculations?

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Which of the following is NOT a factor that could affect the denominator in the diluted EPS calculation?

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What is the main objective of IAS 33 regarding EPS calculations?

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What is the minimum content of an interim financial report according to IAS 34?

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What is the primary focus of an interim financial report?

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Which of the following statements is TRUE about the application of IAS 34?

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Which of the following is a key difference between annual financial reports and interim financial reports?

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What is the basis for measuring a financial asset at amortised cost?

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What characterizes financial assets measured at fair value through other comprehensive income?

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What must happen when an entity changes its business model for managing financial assets?

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How are financial liabilities generally measured after initial recognition?

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Which of the following assets are classified at fair value through profit or loss?

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What component is added to measure a financial asset or liability initially?

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Which condition does NOT apply to classify an asset at amortised cost?

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What occurs if an entity measures a financial asset at fair value?

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What does IAS 10 require for non-adjusting events that are material?

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What is the main issue addressed by IAS 11 regarding construction contracts?

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When estimating the outcome of a construction contract reliably, what does IAS 11 require?

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According to IAS 12, how are overpayments of current tax treated?

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What should be recognized immediately if total contract costs are likely to exceed total contract revenue?

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Under IAS 12, what is the primary concern regarding income taxes?

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What classification does IAS 12 apply to current tax liabilities?

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Which standard supersedes IAS 11 on construction contracts?

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What is required for an entity to claim that its financial statements comply with IFRS Standards?

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What does IAS 2 specifically guide regarding inventories?

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How should inventories be measured according to IFRS?

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What is included in the cost of inventories as per IAS 2?

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Which method can be used to assign costs to inventories?

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What should an entity disclose when applying IFRS Standards?

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Which of the following is NOT a requirement when restating items in financial statements?

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What does net realizable value represent in the context of inventories?

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What is the primary objective of IAS 24?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a related party?

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Under IAS 24, which condition indicates that an entity is related to a reporting entity?

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Which of the following describes a situation where a person is considered a related party to an entity?

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Which of the following scenarios does NOT affect the financial position of an entity due to related party transactions?

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Which group of individuals can be classified as key management personnel under IAS 24?

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Which action must an entity take according to IAS 24 regarding related party disclosures?

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What condition would classify a post-employment benefit plan as a related party?

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Flashcards

Initial recognition

The process of measuring a financial asset or liability at fair value plus/minus transaction costs.

Fair value

The price at which an asset or liability could be exchanged between willing parties.

Amortised cost

The value at which a financial asset is measured, if designed to collect cash flows.

Conditions for amortised cost

Requirement that the asset must generate cash flows solely of principal and interest.

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Fair value through other comprehensive income

Classification for assets held to collect cash flows and sell the assets.

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Reclassification

The process of changing the classification of financial assets when business model changes.

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Financial liabilities

Obligations of an entity that are measured at amortised cost, except for certain exceptions.

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Effective interest method

A method for amortising financial liabilities to reflect their true cost over time.

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Statement of Financial Position

A financial report at the start of a period showing assets, liabilities, and equity.

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Retrospective Restatement

Revising previous financial statements due to new accounting policies or errors.

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IFRS Compliance

Requirement for entities to state their financials comply with IFRS Standards unreservedly.

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Fair Presentation

Financial statements must present an accurate and fair view of company finances.

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Going Concern Issue

Assumption that an entity will continue to operate for the foreseeable future.

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IAS 2 - Inventories

Guidelines for inventory cost measurement and expense recognition.

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Net Realisable Value

Estimated selling price of inventory minus selling costs.

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Cost Formulas for Inventories

Methods used to assign costs, e.g., FIFO, weighted average, specific identification.

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Non-adjusting events

Events after the reporting period that do not affect financial statements but require disclosures if material.

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IFRS 15

International Financial Reporting Standard that supersedes IAS 11 for construction contracts.

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Stage of completion

The progress of contract activity expressed as a percentage for revenue recognition.

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Contract revenue recognition

Recognizing revenue based on the reliable estimate of a construction contract's outcome.

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Expected loss recognition

Recognizing an expense immediately when total contract costs are likely to exceed total contract revenue.

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IAS 12

International Accounting Standard that prescribes the treatment of income taxes.

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Current tax liability

An obligation for unpaid taxes that are recognized as a liability on the financial statements.

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Overpayment of taxes

Excess payment of current tax recognized as an asset.

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Borrowing costs

Costs incurred when an entity borrows funds.

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Related party

An individual or entity connected to the reporting entity.

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Control or joint control

Ability to govern financial policies of an entity.

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Significant influence

Power to participate in financial and operating policy decisions.

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Key management personnel

Individuals with authority for planning and controlling activities.

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Group relationships

Entities that are members of the same group are related.

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Basic EPS

Earnings per share calculated using the net income attributable to common shares and average shares outstanding.

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Diluted EPS

Earnings per share that accounts for the potential dilution from convertible securities and options.

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Weighted Average Number of Shares

A calculation used to determine the average number of shares outstanding during a reporting period.

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Interim Financial Report

Financial statements covering a shorter period than the fiscal year, providing updates on financial performance.

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Minimum Content of Interim Report

Required elements in an interim report, including financial statements and explanatory notes.

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Pro forma reconciliation

Adjusting net income to reflect earnings for common equity holders, crucial for EPS calculations.

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Contractual obligations in EPS

The impact of contracts, such as options and warrants, on the calculation of diluted EPS.

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Comparative Period Information

Previous financial data included for analysis in interim reports to enhance comparison.

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Financial liability vs equity

The distinction relies on the obligation to deliver cash or financial assets.

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Variable share issuance

If the number of shares is not fixed, it affects equity classification.

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Compound financial instrument

An instrument like a convertible note divided into equity and liability parts.

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Equity component measurement

The equity part is calculated as the fair value difference of the compound instrument.

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Financial assets and liabilities offset

Offset only when legally enforceable and intent to set-off or settle simultaneously.

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IAS 33 summary

Standard for calculating and presenting earnings per share (EPS) for public entities.

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Basic EPS vs diluted EPS

Both must be presented equally in financial statements, reflecting profit per share.

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Dilution in EPS

Dilution refers to potential reduction in EPS or increase in loss per share from share issuance.

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Study Notes

Overview of IFRS Standards

  • IFRS Standards are a set of accounting principles, issued in April 2016, providing a framework for preparing financial statements.
  • The conceptual framework outlines concepts underlying financial reporting for external users.
  • The objective is to provide financial information useful to investors, lenders, and creditors for resource allocation decisions.
  • Qualitative characteristics of useful financial information are defined, including relevance, reliability, comparability, and understandability.
  • The framework defines, recognizes, and measures financial statement elements.
  • Concepts of capital maintenance are also outlined.

IFRS 1 – First-time Adoption

  • IFRS 1 mandates a complete set of financial statements for the first IFRS reporting period and the preceding year for entities adopting IFRS Standards.
  • Consistent accounting policies are used throughout all periods presented in the first IFRS financial statements.
  • These policies comply with standards effective at the end of the first reporting period.
  • Limited exemptions are provided from restating prior periods, if the cost of compliance exceeds the benefits to stakeholders.
  • Retrospective application of IFRS is not permitted.

IFRS 2 – Share-based Payments

  • This Standard specifies financial reporting for share-based payment transactions, including share and share option issuance.
  • Transactions with employees or other parties are settled in cash, assets or the entity's equity instruments.
  • Profit or Loss and financial statements reflect share-based transactions and related employee expenses.

IFRS 3 – Business Combinations

  • Principles and requirements for acquirers in business combinations are established.
  • Identifiable assets acquired, assumed liabilities, and any non-controlling interest are recognized and measured.
  • Goodwill acquired or gain from a bargain purchase is recognized and measured.
  • Relevant disclosures are made for users to evaluate the nature and financial effects of the business combination.

IFRS 4 - Insurance Contracts

  • Specific accounting for insurance contracts for entities issuing such contracts is outlined, until a comprehensive project is completed.
  • An insurance contract is where one party (insurer) assumes substantial risk from another (policyholder) in exchange for compensation.
  • Specified contracts covered by other standards are not affected.

IFRS 5 - Non-current Assets Held for Sale and Discontinued Operations

  • Assets meeting criteria for classification as held-for-sale are measured at the lower of carrying amount and fair value less costs to sell.
  • Depreciation ceases for these assets.
  • Assets, and liabilities within a disposal group classified as held for sale, are presented separately.
  • Discontinued operations results are presented separately in comprehensive income.

IFRS 6 - Exploration and Evaluation of Mineral Resources

  • This Standard specifies financial reporting for costs related to mineral exploration and evaluation (e.g., minerals, oil, gas).
  • Costs associated with determining the economic viability and feasibility of extracting resources.
  • Accounting policy can be developed without specifically following certain IAS 8 paragraphs.

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