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Catch-up on Past Issues
Newsletter June 2023
In June 2023, standard setters were active with exposure drafts and approvals. FASB proposed an ASU to enhance accounting for purchased financial assets, addressing stakeholder feedback from ASU 2016-13 (CECL). AICPA’s PEEC released an exposure draft on defining public interest entities, aligning with IESBA. GASB approved a new Implementation Guide, covering topics like Short-Term Leases and Accounting Changes. Feedback deadlines for FASB and AICPA drafts are in August and September, respectively.
Newsletter May 2023
In May 2023, significant developments emerged from standard setters. FASB issued an exposure draft aiming to standardize accounting for profits interests, inviting comments until July 10. They also addressed disclosure improvements aligning with the SEC’s simplification efforts. GASB added a major project on infrastructure assets to its technical agenda, evaluating recognition, measurement, and disclosure practices. AICPA released its fourth version of plans to enhance the accounting professional pipeline, emphasizing collaboration among stakeholders. NASBA extended the CPA exam eligibility window to 30 months based on score release date, accommodating feedback from over 850 comment letters.
Newsletter April 2023
In April 2023, standard setters maintained a slower pace to accommodate firms wrapping up busy seasons. FASB held productive meetings, redeliberating joint venture formations and software cost disclosures, directing staff to draft updates. They also discussed agenda prioritization, adding a project on induced conversion guidance to the EITF agenda. GASB discussed the classification of nonfinancial assets, tentatively deciding on criteria for assets held for sale and factors for evaluating probable sales. AICPA’s Auditing Standards Board did not convene or issue drafts but scheduled a meeting for May 16-18.
