Challenges of applying the impairment approach Testing the net investment in an equity-method investee for impairment in accordance with the requirements of IAS 28, IAS 36 and IFRS 9 requires discipline and judgment. Elements of … After a goodwill impairment loss is recognized, the adjusted carrying amount of goodwill should be amortized over its remaining useful life. There are two views as follows: View 1 — reversal of an impairment loss should not be recognised if it relates to the reversal of previously impaired goodwill of the disposal group classified as held for sale. The issue addressed here looks at the reversal of impairment losses relating to goodwill recognised for a disposal group. Dr Profit or Loss Account $2,000 Cr Asset Account $2,000. The reversal of the impairment loss is recognised to the extent that it increases the carrying amount of the tangible non-current assets to what it would have been had the impairment not taken place, ie a reversal of the impairment loss of $10m is recognised and the tangible non-current assets written back to $70m. Exhibit 2 reflects that straight application of a $1,000 goodwill impairment loss results in a carrying value amount of $12,600, which would still exceed the fair value of $12,000. Notes Video Quiz Paper exam. Previous. Reversal of an impairment loss is consistent with the original treatment of the impairment in terms of whether recognised as income in the income statement or OCI. An impairment loss recognised for goodwill cannot be reversed. Observation. Syllabus C. Reporting The Financial Performance Of A Range Of Entities. In passing, you may wish to note an apparent anomaly with regards to the accounting treatment of gross goodwill and the impairment losses attributable to the NCI. C2. Syllabus B. A reversal of an impairment loss for a CGU shall be allocated to the assets of the unit, except for goodwill, pro rata with the carrying amounts of those assets. Reversal of an impairment loss is consistent with the original treatment of the impairment in terms of whether recognised as income in the income statement or OCI. Subsequent reversal of a previously recognized goodwill impairment loss is prohibited. No entry necessary. In the first case we would: Dr Asset Account $900 Cr Profit or Loss Account $800 Cr Revaluation Reserve $100. Where an indication of impairment reversal exists, the asset’s recoverable amount is assessed. Now, your post asks about the reversal of a previous impairment – let’s say the reversal is for $900. Goodwill impairment arises when there is deterioration in the capabilities of acquired assets to generate cash flows, and the fair value of the goodwill dips … We simply undo the previous impairment entry! Reversal of an impairment loss for goodwill is prohibited. Exhibit 4 reflects what happens when Entity A calculates its goodwill impairment charge and deferred tax impact simultaneously. Subsequent reversal of previously recognized impairment losses is not permitted under FASB ASC 350-30-35. Notes Video Quiz Paper exam. After a goodwill impairment loss is recognized, the adjusted carrying amount of the goodwill is its new accounting basis. rational approach. Reversal of an impairment loss for goodwill is prohibited. The reversal of other-than-temporary impairment losses is prohibited. Previous. 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