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BPP Revision kit - GW on acquisition

NNikita5y ago
Hi, There is a question in BPP I would need some explanation about. C Co acquired 70% of B Co's 100K $1 ordinary shares for $800K when the RE of B Co were $570K. B Co also has an internally generated customer list which has been valued at $90K. The NCI in B Co has a FV of $220K at the date of acquisition. What was the goodwill arising on acquisition? The answer given in the book is $350K, i.e.: Consideration transferred 800 NCI @ acquisition 220 Net Assets (RE + Shares) 670 Goodwill 350 Why the customer lists FV is not included in the net assets of the acquired entity? It is an identifiable asset, it has a valuation (cost can be measured) and we could expect future economic benefits. It was my understanding, that if it was e.g. a brand value instead we would include it into total of net assets as identified and measured intangible, why is it different for customer lists? Thanks a lot in advance!
P2-D2P2-D2Tutor5y ago#1
Hi, The customer list can be capitalised as part of a business combination, so would be included within the net assets acquired. Is there something additional in the question that highlights why it might not be? Thanks
NNikita5y ago#2
Hi, Thanks for reply! No, the whole question as in the book is right there. So then it must be an ommission in the answers bank of the book
P2-D2P2-D2Tutor5y ago#3
If there is not anything else in there highlighting why it should not be included then there is something wrong with the question. I don't recall seeing this as part of a section C question in any recent exams so I'd not worry too much about it. Thanks
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