In Brief Special Purpose Acquisition Companies (SPAC) had, until recently, demonstrated unbroken growth as a popular alternative to conventional initial public offerings (IPO). Although SPACs…
A Discussion of Practical Expedients in ASC Topic 842
The New Leasing Standard
The new lease accounting guidance in Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) Topic 842, “Leases,” is currently in effect for public business entities preparing financial statements for…
ICYMI | Accounting for Leases Under the New Standard, Part 2
Lessor Accounting, Changes in Lease Terms, Practical Expedients, and Preparation Tips
In contrast to the lessee model, the lessor model under FASB's new lease accounting standard has three different types of leases: operating, sales-type, and direct…
In Brief The new lease accounting standard, released by FASB in early 2016, represents one of the largest and most impactful reporting changes to accounting…
Accounting for Leases under the New Standard, Part 2
Lessor Accounting, Changes in Lease Terms, Practical Expedients, and Preparation Tips
In contrast to the lessee model, the lessor model under FASB's new lease accounting standard has three different types of leases: operating, sales-type, and direct…
Accounting for Leases Under the New Standard, Part 1
Definition and Classification of Leases and Lessee Accounting
In Brief The new lease accounting standard, released by FASB in early 2016, represents one of the largest and most impactful reporting changes to accounting…