Deferred tax on revaluation
An upward revaluation may create or increase a taxable temporary difference when tax law does not increase the tax base correspondingly. Measure the deferred tax using the relevant tax rate and recognise it in the same location as the underlying transaction, generally OCI for the portion of a revaluation credited to OCI. Check tax effects, exceptions and earlier revaluation movements; a revaluation does not always produce the same result.
Worked example
Land has a tax base of $100,000 and is revalued from $100,000 to $140,000, with the gain recognised in OCI. At 25%, the $40,000 taxable difference gives a $10,000 deferred tax liability, generally recognised in OCI assuming no exception or other movement.
Common mistake
Recording the $40,000 temporary difference as the tax liability, or automatically charging tax to profit or loss when the related revaluation is in OCI.
Where it appears in your exams
| Qualification | Exam | Relationship | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCA | FR | Direct | September 2026–June 2027 |
| ACCA | SBR | Direct | September 2026–June 2027 |
