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Nca hfs

ZZainb7y ago
Hi sir, Could u clarify the difference between these concepts 1) non current assets held for sale 2) disposal group 3) discountinued operations Thanks v much
P2-D2P2-D2Tutor7y ago#1
Hi, They are all very closely linked. NCA-HFS is a specific asset that is being sold in the next twelve months, whilst the disposal groups is a group of assets (CGU) that is being disposed of in the next twelve months. The treatment of these is then dealt with on the SFP. If we have a NCA-HFS then we need to consider if it also meets the definition of a discontinued operation to be disclosed on the SPL. This obviously won't apply to a single asset held for sale but is likely for a disposal group. Have a look at the criteria for a discontinued operation in the notes. Thanks
ZZainb7y ago#2
Thanks v much for this great, well explainations Ive looked into the notes regarding discountined operations However am not totally clear 1) Could u explain it more? 2) is it always the accounting treatement for discountinued operations is to be disclosed only? 3) disposal of whole sub 100% is this a disposal group and discounted operations ? Thanks v much
P2-D2P2-D2Tutor7y ago#3
Hi, IFRS 5 is all about disclosure for discontinued operations and the disposal of a subsidiary would need to be a significant component of a business to be disclosed separately. Thanks
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