
FASB
The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) has proposed an Accounting Standards Update (ASU) to enhance and clarify its guidance on interim reporting. According to a FASB announcement, the proposal aims to refine existing practices without altering the fundamental principles of interim reporting. Public comments on the proposed ASU are being accepted until March 31, 2025.
The update seeks to improve the clarity and consistency of interim financial statements and their accompanying notes. Key provisions include a clear directive that the guidance under Topic 270, Interim Reporting, applies universally to entities preparing interim financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Furthermore, the ASU introduces a comprehensive list of required disclosures for interim financial statements and a new disclosure principle mandating the inclusion of material events and changes that occur after the most recent fiscal year-end.
FASB’s proposed changes are designed to streamline compliance while enhancing the transparency and relevance of interim financial reporting. Organizations are encouraged to review the draft and provide feedback to ensure the updates meet the needs of stakeholders across industries. This effort underscores FASB’s commitment to maintaining robust, clear, and effective accounting standards.