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Hi Mike!
Concerning a change in accounting estimate, could guide me through the help of an example how does this “retrospective application” takes place?
Thanks in advance
Extract from IAS 8:
“Changes in accounting estimates
The effect of a change in an accounting estimate shall be recognised PROspectively by including it in profit or loss in: [IAS 8.36]
the period of the change, if the change affects that period only, or
the period of the change and future periods, if the change affects both
However, to the extent that a change in an accounting estimate gives rise to changes in assets and liabilities, or relates to an item of equity, it is recognised by adjusting the carrying amount of the related asset, liability, or equity item in the period of the change. [IAS 8.37]”
Where there does it give you any idea that a change in an accounting estimate has a RETROspective affect?