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The IFRIC released a draft Interpretation in January 2008 and in the light of the responses finalised the Interpretation issued today, IFRIC 17 Distributions of Non-cash Assets to Owners. The Interpretation clarifies that:
- a dividend payable should be recognised when the dividend is appropriately authorised and is no longer at the discretion of the entity.
- an entity should measure the dividend payable at the fair value of the net assets to be distributed.
- an entity should recognise the difference between the dividend paid and the carrying amount of the net assets distributed in profit or loss.
The Interpretation also requires an entity to provide additional disclosures if the net assets being held for distribution to owners meet the definition of a discontinued operation.
IFRIC 17 applies to pro rata distributions of non-cash assets except for common control transactions.
Recognising the difficulty that entities would face in recognising past distributions at their fair values the IFRIC requires prospective application of the guidance. The Interpretation is effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 July 2009. Earlier application is permitted.
IFRIC 17 Distributions of Non-cash Assets to Owners is available for eIFRS subscribers from today. Those wishing to subscribe to eIFRSs should visit the online shop or contact:
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