IFRS glossary
Term |
Definition |
Standard |
|---|---|---|
FCTR (Foreign Currency Translation Reserve) |
OCI reserve for cumulative translation differences on foreign operations; reclassified to P&L on disposal. |
IAS 21 |
Full goodwill method |
NCI measured at fair value at acquisition — includes NCI's share of goodwill. |
IFRS 3 |
Partial goodwill method |
NCI measured at proportionate share of net identifiable assets — only parent's share of goodwill recognized. |
IFRS 3 |
Joint operation |
Arrangement where parties have direct rights to assets and obligations for liabilities — proportional consolidation applies. |
IFRS 11 |
Joint venture |
Arrangement where parties have rights to net assets only — equity method required, not proportional. |
IFRS 11 |
OCI (Other Comprehensive Income) |
Items of income and expense not recognized in profit or loss; includes FCTR, revaluation gains, remeasurements. |
IAS 1 |
Bargain purchase |
Acquisition where consideration is less than fair value of net identifiable assets; gain recognized immediately in P&L. |
IFRS 3.34 |
CGU (Cash-Generating Unit) |
Smallest group of assets generating independent cash inflows; goodwill allocated to CGUs for impairment testing. |
IAS 36 |
PPA (Purchase Price Allocation) |
Fair value adjustments to subsidiary assets and liabilities at acquisition date. |
IFRS 3 |
Control (IFRS 10) |
Power over investee + exposure to variable returns + ability to use power to affect those returns — all three required. |
IFRS 10 |