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Beyond debt: Accounting for other liability-classified arrangements
Liability classification under US GAAP extends well beyond traditional loans and bonds. In this episode, we discuss common arrangements that may be accounted for as liabilities, including preferred stock, warrants, noncontrolling interests, failed sale transactions, sales of future revenue, and supplier finance programs. We cover liability classification, measurement, and other accounting implications.
For further guidance on this topic, see our Financing transactions guide.
This episode is the second in our debt-related miniseries, so stay tuned for more. In case you missed it, check out our first episode, Current or noncurrent? Getting debt classification right.
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Debt classification can significantly affect liquidity metrics, covenant compliance, and how stakeholders view a company’s financial position. This episode discusses the accounting guidance for classifying debt as current or noncurrent, including key judgments related to covenant violations, subjective acceleration clauses, refinancing arrangements, revolving credit facilities, and going concern.
For more, see chapter 12 of our Financial statement presentation guide.
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Disaggregated expense disclosures: Don’t roll the DISE
The FASB’s disaggregation of income statement expenses (DISE) guidance requires public business entities to provide significantly more detail about key income statement expense captions beginning in 2027. This episode covers what the new disclosure requirements mean, why implementation may be more complex than expected, and how companies can start preparing their data, systems, processes, controls, and judgments now.
For more on this topic read section 3.11 of PwC’s Financial statement presentation guide and our publication, FASB issues new disaggregated expense disclosure requirements (DISE).
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Setting the standard: FASB activity in 2026
FASB standard setting activity continues full steam ahead in 2026, with projects focused on crypto assets, hedge accounting, liability-versus-equity classification, the statement of cash flows, and other key accounting topics. While the pace of new accounting standards may appear quieter than in recent years, the Board has been actively evaluating stakeholder feedback from its agenda consultation process and advancing projects that could lead to significant future accounting updates. This episode discusses the key themes emerging from that feedback, recent agenda decisions, and other developments companies should monitor.
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Governance beyond the boardroom: Insights for finance leaders
In a complex business environment, governance extends well beyond the boardroom. This episode explores how finance leaders can help connect information, risk, strategy, and oversight to support effective decision-making and organizational resilience. Along the way, we discuss practical insights from COSO's corporate governance framework and considerations for building governance structures that are intentional, connected, and fit for purpose.
1:13 – Overview of COSO’s corporate governance guidance and why it matters now 7:33 – Connecting finance, legal, tax, and other functions 10:49 – Information flow, escalation, and effective board oversight 18:18 – Governance over AI, technology, and data 22:29 – Connecting governance, risk, and internal controlsFor more information...
Sustainability now: “Clearing the air” on GHG Protocol updates
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The GHG Protocol continues to evolve as companies prepare for expanding climate reporting requirements under the California SB 253 law, ESRS, and ISSB standards. In this episode, we discuss the Scope 2 consultation, the Land Sector and Removals Guidance, and the new Actions and Market Instruments Request for Feedback and White Paper, along with related implementation and reporting challenges.
For more information, see our In brief, GHG Protocol publishes Land Sector and Removals Standard.
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SEC semiannual reporting proposal: Cutting quarters, not corners
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The SEC’s proposal to allow optional semiannual reporting could significantly reshape public company reporting obligations and investor communications. SEC Division of Corporation Finance Director Jim Moloney joins the podcast to discuss what the proposal would change, why the SEC is considering the shift now, and the potential implications for companies, investors, and the public markets.
For more on the SEC’s proposal, read our In brief, SEC proposes optional semiannual reporting framework.
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Sustainability now: Operationalizing the ISSB standards
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Reporting in accordance with the IFRS® Sustainability Disclosure Standards issued by the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) continues to evolve as financial institutions navigate implementation challenges related to materiality, anticipated financial impacts, and data quality. In this episode, we share findings from our recent survey with the Institute of International Finance (IIF) of 24 global financial institutions on how firms are adopting the ISSB disclosure standards and discuss practical implementation insights with sustainability leaders from J.P...
IFRS in focus: New guidance and issues shaping 2026 reporting
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) are being shaped by a rapidly evolving global environment, including geopolitical conflicts, changing tariff policies, and increasingly complex private capital and artificial intelligence transactions. In this episode, we discuss the key accounting implications of these developments, including impacts on financial instruments and impairment assessments. We also cover new and amended IFRS Accounting Standards effective in 2026 and 2027—such as updates to IFRS 9 and the introduction of IFRS 18—and highlight ongoing standard setting projects that may affect future reporting.
Also check out our In depth, Accounting implications of geopolitical conflicts.
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Sustainability now: Energy tax credits and the FEOC rule
Foreign Entity of Concern, or FEOC, rules and energy tax credits are reshaping how companies evaluate eligibility and structure investments across the energy sector. In this episode, we explore how the foreign entity of concern framework—introduced under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act—applies at both the taxpayer and project level across the energy sector. We cover recent IRS and Treasury guidance and highlight practical challenges related to supply chain tracing, compliance, and financing.
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Government grants: Understanding new FASB guidance
Government grant accounting under US GAAP is evolving with ASU 2025-10. This episode explores the updated model, including scoping, recognition and measurement, and the distinction between asset and income grants. We also cover presentation and disclosure requirements, along with practical considerations for adoption of this new FASB guidance.
For more information, read our In depth, FASB issues guidance on accounting for government grants.
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OECD Pillar Two: Tax implications for US multinationals
The OECD’s January 2026 Administrative Guidance on Pillar Two introduces new safe harbor provisions that could significantly affect how US multinationals are taxed globally. This episode breaks down the key provisions and their accounting and financial reporting implications.
In this episode, we discuss:
1:13 – Background on Pillar Two and core concepts 6:57 – Overview of the OECD Administrative Guidance 17:10 – Criteria for the Side-by-Side Safe Harbor 21:46 – Ultimate Parent Entity Safe Harbor overview 25:25 – Key accounting and financial reporting considerations33:21 – Extension of the Country-by-Country Safe Harbor35:15 – Final reminders and key takeawaysHow will US public policy shape business in 2026?
The US public policy landscape continues to evolve and impact US and global businesses. We cover key developments in Washington, D.C., including tariffs, AI, and other areas as well as at the SEC and PCAOB, along with what it all means for financial reporting and strategic decision-making.
In this episode, we discuss:
1:04 – Overview of the 2026 public policy environment and business implications 4:17 – Affordability challenges and limits of policy solutions9:35 – Tariff strategy shifts and ongoing uncertainty for businesses13:43 – SEC and PCAOB priorities and leadership changes 27:51 – INVEST Act and the outl...Derivative vs. revenue: Key impacts of new FASB guidance
ASU 2025-07, Derivatives Scope Refinements and Scope Clarification for Share-Based Noncash Consideration from a Customer in a Revenue Contract, is new FASB guidance that adds a derivative scope exception and clarifies the boundary between revenue and financial instruments guidance for share-based non-cash consideration from customers.
In this episode, we discuss:
2:39 – New derivative scope exception for contracts tied to operations11:05 – Applying revenue versus financial instruments guidance 14:55 – Examples illustrating application of the share-based consideration guidance22:59 – Effective date, transition, and adoption considerationsFor more information, read our In depth, FASB issues new...
Hedge accounting: How new guidance will impact your risk strategy
In this episode, we explore the FASB’s latest hedge accounting guidance and what the changes mean for a company’s risk management strategies. We also preview what’s ahead for hedging on the FASB’s standard setting agenda.
In this episode, we discuss:
0:46 – Overview of recent hedge accounting updates4:24 – New choose-your-rate debt hedge accounting model10:09 – Updates affecting purchases and sales of nonfinancial assets21:09 – What’s ahead on the FASB’s hedge accounting agenda30:23 – Adoption considerations and transition opportunitiesFor more information, read our In depth, FASB issues hed...
Sustainability now: GHG Protocol update—Scope 3 and more
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In this episode, we explore the latest on potential GHG Protocol revisions, including revisiting proposed changes to the Scope 3 Standard and how key decisions are taking shape in the process. We discuss updates to organizational boundaries, materiality thresholds, and new scope 3 categories plus the potential implications of the newly released land sector and removals standard.
In this episode, we discuss:
1:43 – Key updates on the Corporate Standard and Scope 3 Standard revision proce...Tariff uncertainty: Business and financial reporting impacts
The US tariff landscape shifted again following the Supreme Court’s decision invalidating tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). In this episode, we discuss what the ruling means for importers, including potential refunds, accounting and financial reporting considerations, compliance challenges, and the continued use of other tariff authorities.
In this episode, we discuss:
1:29 The current tariff landscape and the Supreme Court’s IEEPA ruling6:57 Practical steps companies can take now8:56 Accounting for potential tariff refunds13:11 Operational, administrative, and compliance challenges17:42 Downstream accounting impac...Sustainability now: Balancing GHG scope 2 ambition and practicality
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The GHG Protocol’s proposed updates to its guidance on scope 2 emissions introduce significant changes, including hourly matching, revised market-based accounting rules, and more granular emissions data requirements. In this episode, we break down the key proposals, PwC’s perspective on feasibility and interoperability, and what companies should be considering as the guidance evolves.
In this episode, we discuss:
1:45 – Overview of the Scope 2 consultation and the themes of proposed updates and views<...Sustainability now: Preparing for the energy grid of tomorrow
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Energy demand is rising at a pace few anticipated, driven by AI, data centers, electrification, and industrial growth. In this episode, host Heather Horn speaks with Gayle Miller, Head of Strategic Investor Engagement for Brookfield’s Global Client Group and Senior Advisor to its Renewable Power & Transition business, about what an “all-of-the-above” energy strategy looks like in practice—and how investors are evaluating risk, value, and sustainability reporting in this new era of energy security.
In th...
Sustainability now: EU reporting—What’s settled, what’s evolving
On February 24, the Council of the European Union officially adopted the ‘Omnibus’ directive. Key aspects of the ‘Omnibus’ directive include changes to the scope of entities subject to the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) as well as guidance on simplified European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), sector guidance, assurance standards, and value chain reporting.
This approval and other recent milestones in the EU legislative process and standard setting efforts are shaping the next phase of sustainability reporting. In this episode, we provide an update on the Omnibus package and discuss the lates...
Sustainability now: What’s next for California climate reporting?
California’s climate disclosure laws are entering a critical phase as key compliance deadlines approach. SB 253 (the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act) requires companies to report greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in accordance with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, while SB 261 (Greenhouse gases: climate-related financial risk) mandates disclosure of climate-related financial risks aligned with the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) or an equivalent framework. Although SB 261 is currently on hold due to litigation, companies should continue preparing. In this episode, we break down the latest developments from the California Air and Resources Board (CARB), what companies need to report in...
Replay - SEC now: Today’s landscape and recent developments
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It’s that time of year, with many focused on year-end reporting. After wrapping up our Year-end toolkit series, we revisit another set of conversations that are especially relevant right now. We’re re-releasing the kickoff episode from our SEC now series.
This first episode sets the stage with an overview of current developments shaping SEC reporting. Our guests unpack recent leadership changes, the evolving rulemaking agenda, reporting themes, and key trends in SEC co...
Replay: Reporting reset–Presentation fundamentals
It’s that time of year, with many focused on year-end reporting. After wrapping up our Year-end toolkit series last week, we revisit another set of conversations that are especially relevant right now. We’re re-releasing the kickoff episode from last year’s Reporting reset series.
This first episode sets the stage for the series by covering foundational reporting principles, key disclosure considerations, notable differences between public and private company financial statements, and accounting changes and error corrections. Links are provided to other episodes in this presentation and disclosure series.
In this episode, we discuss:
1...Year-end toolkit: Strengthening audit committee collaboration
We continue our year-end toolkit series with insights on key areas of the year-end accounting and reporting process. Today’s episode focuses on the finance team’s engagement with the audit committee, which faces a packed agenda and expanding oversight responsibilities. We explore how management can strengthen collaboration with those charged with governance, streamline reporting, and address emerging issues such as AI, enterprise risk management, and transformation initiatives.
In this episode, we discuss:
1:18 – Strengthening management/audit committee communication and collaboration10:10 – Key year-end issues finance teams should be prepared to address15:02 – Oversight...Year-end toolkit: Cash flow classification
We continue our year-end toolkit series sharing insights on key areas of the year-end accounting and reporting process. In this episode, we focus on the statement of cash flows—an area that remains critical to investors and continues to get focus from regulators. We discuss recent SEC comment letter observations, practical considerations for complex transactions such as debt restructurings, payment processing arrangements, and business combinations; we also highlight reminders and best practices to help companies navigate year-end reporting.
In this episode, we discuss:
1:05 – Overview of the statement of cash flows and key reminders3:46 –...Deals outlook 2026: Preparing finance teams for what’s ahead
As signs of market stabilization emerge, companies are reassessing their deal strategies for 2026. In this episode, we explore IPO and M&A trends, the influence of AI and macroeconomic shifts, and the steps finance teams can take now to be ready for what’s next.
In this episode, we discuss:
3:35 – Where the deals market stands today 9:38 – Deals outlook for 202617:35 – Expected IPOs and financing trends for 202625:28 – What finance leaders and teams can do now to prepareFor more read our publications, US Capital Markets 2026 Outlook—IPO markets look primed to acc...
Year-end toolkit: Materiality assessments
In this episode, we share key insights and reminders on navigating materiality judgments. We revisit the fundamentals of SAB 99, explore how to apply both quantitative and qualitative considerations, address identified errors, and more.
In this episode, we discuss:
3:53 – The framework for assessing materiality and errors in financial statements8:51 – Addressing identified errors15:01 – Reassessing materiality amid economic and other changes19:48 – Trends in reporting errors, including cash flow statement impacts23:09 – Fraud and illegal actsIn case you missed it, check out the previous episode in this year-end miniseries, Year-end t...
Year-end toolkit: Accounting and reporting reminders for 2026
This episode explores key accounting and reporting considerations for year-end financial reporting. Technical leaders from our National Office share reminders and timely insights across a range of topics, including tariffs, income taxes, held-for-sale accounting, and other emerging issues–topics that are relevant for all finance teams, even if it’s not year-end close time.
In this episode, we discuss:
1:52 – AI mega-deal structuring and related accounting and reporting complexities11:30 – Equity method accounting considerations and related disclosures15:58 – Tariffs and trade considerations, including inventory impacts21:38 – Crypto asset accounting models and new FASB guidanc...SEC now: Revenue 2025 comment letter trends
In this final episode of our SEC-focused series, we discuss SEC comments on revenue. Revenue is the top line for a reason; it’s closely watched by investors and therefore the SEC staff as well. From performance obligations to disaggregated revenue disclosures, we discuss the issues most frequently raised by the SEC staff and offer advice to preparers for getting it right the first time.
In this episode, we discuss:
1:34 – An overview of SEC comment letter trends related to revenue6:22 – Performance obligations10:48 – Variable consideration17:07 – Principal versus agent considerations26:00SEC now: MD&A 2025 comment letter trends
We continue our SEC-focused series with a discussion of management’s discussion and analysis (MD&A), a topic that remains a consistent focus in SEC staff comment letters. In this episode, we explore the latest trends, common themes, and areas of emphasis—including results of operations, liquidity, and critical accounting estimates—and share practical considerations as companies prepare year-end filings.
In this episode, we discuss:
1:31 – An overview of SEC comment letter trends related to MD&A6:43 – The results of operations25:16 – Liquidity and capital resources28:30 – Critical accounting estimates35:24 – Final rem...Key takeaways from the AICPA & CIMA Conference
In this episode, we debrief the 2025 AICPA Conference in Washington, DC, highlighting key takeaways including perspectives from SEC Chairman Paul Atkins and other regulatory leaders. Topics include the SEC’s rulemaking priorities for 2026, trends in capital formation, and emerging issues such as AI and cryptocurrency. We also explore practical reminders for year-end reporting and insights into international standard setting collaboration.
In this episode, we discuss:
6:42 – SEC Chair keynote: “Making IPOs great again”12:51 – Emerging issues: AI, crypto, and international standard setting25:08 – SEC shutdown impacts and capital markets backlog32:06 – Rulemaking outlook and ye...SEC now: Segments 2025 comment letter trends
We continue our SEC-focused series with a discussion of segment disclosures, reporting trends, and early comment letter themes emerging from the adoption of the new standard. In this episode, we explore common staff observations, including the role of the Chief Operating Decision Maker, or CODM; significant expense disclosures; and interplay with non-GAAP measures.
In this episode, we discuss:
1:46 – Why segment disclosures remain a top SEC focus8:04 – Early comment themes under the new standard15:14 – Multiple profit measures and non-GAAP considerations28:14 – How the SEC evaluates a company’s segment structure35:28Sustainability now: Inside the GHG Protocol’s Scope 2 changes
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The GHG Protocol has released its long-awaited proposed updates to the Scope 2 Guidance. In this episode, we highlight the key changes in the exposure draft, including proposed revisions to location-based and market-based reporting, hourly matching, emission factor hierarchies, and more. We also explore what these developments could mean for companies and how stakeholders can participate in the revision process.
In this episode, we discuss:
2:49 – Redefining the purpose for location-based and mark...SEC now: 2025 comment letter trends on transactions
We continue our SEC-focused series with a discussion on transaction-related matters, including IPOs, mergers and acquisitions, spinoffs, and divestitures. Our guests share insights into the SEC preclearance process and common SEC comment letter themes. Getting ahead of these issues can help avoid delays that may significantly impact deal timing and disclosures.
In this episode, we discuss:
3:56 – Overview of 2025 IPO and M&A market activity7:08 – SEC preclearance process and common issues19:59 – Typical transaction filing review comment letter themes32:49 – Final takeaways on anticipating and addressing SEC commentsFor more informat...
SEC now: Non-GAAP 2025 comment letter trends
We continue our SEC-focused series with an episode on non-GAAP financial measures, commonly used by companies to supplement their financial statements and provide investors with a deeper understanding of their performance or financial condition. Given their importance, it’s been a top focus area for the SEC staff over the last several years, and we expect that trend to continue. We highlight common comment letter themes and share practical guidance for year-end reporting and comment letter responses.
In this episode, we discuss:
2:17 – Overview of non-GAAP measures 6:20 – SEC comment letter trends and recurring issues<...Sustainability now: Rethinking energy cost
The levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) is a widely-cited metric used to compare the cost of energy from different power sources—but it’s often misunderstood and misused. This week, host Heather Horn is joined by Karl Hausker, Senior Fellow at the World Resources Institute’s Polsky Center for the Global Energy Transition, to cover what LCOE really measures, why it’s not the full story, and how it fits into the broader effort to decarbonize the power sector. Together, they explore what companies and regulators should consider when evaluating clean energy investments and transition plans.
In this epi...
SEC now: Today’s landscape and recent developments
In this episode, we kick off a new SEC-focused series with an overview of current developments shaping SEC reporting. Our guests unpack recent leadership changes, the evolving rulemaking agenda, reporting themes, and key trends in SEC comment letters.
In this episode, we discuss:
1:54 – SEC leadership updates8:31 – Rulemaking agenda and expected priorities15:29 – Rulemaking challenges: staff capacity and shutdown constraints18:27 – Government shutdown effects on IPOs and the SEC review process24:09 – SEC comment letter themes and focus areasFor more, listen to our recent episode on frequency of reporting...
Sustainability now: Modernizing the GHG Protocol
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In this episode, we take a closer look at the modernization of the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol and its implications for sustainability reporting with a member of the GHG Protocol’s Independent Standards Board, Paul Munter. Paul shares insights on the evolving governance structure, the newly released scope 2 guidance, and the growing importance of interoperability in global sustainability reporting.
In this episode, we discuss:
0:58 – What’s driving the modernization of GHG Prot...FASB's new software cost guidance
In this episode, we explore the FASB’s new software cost guidance and its impact on accounting for internal‑use software—what’s in scope, how to evaluate the revised capitalization criteria, the effective date and transition, and other key changes. We also take a deeper dive into AI‑related software development.
In this episode, we discuss:
0:00 – Background and scope on the FASB’s new ASU on internal-use software costs11:10 – Capitalization criteria, including “significant development uncertainty”20:38 – Examples of evaluating “significant development uncertainty”30:50 – Other insights and updates related to the software costs guidance<...SEC to revisit quarterly reporting: Pros, cons, and what’s ahead
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The SEC is revisiting how often public companies report, weighing a shift from required quarterly Form 10‑Qs to a semiannual cadence. We explore what’s driving the debate and the implications for companies, investors, and markets.
In this episode, we discuss:
1:55 – Why the SEC is revisiting quarterly reporting now and how we got here12:13 – Pros and cons of moving to semiannual reporting19:32 – Global and industry-specific trends in interim r...