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  Sustainability now: What draft ESRS-40a mean for non-EU groups 06.08.2026 33min

  Certain non-EU groups may not be in scope of ESRS but will need to comply with new EU reporting standards that are under development now (draft ESRS-40a). Reporting will begin with financial year 2028 for reporting in 2029. This episode examines the proposed scope and reporting choices in the draft 40a standards, including the focus on material impacts and the option to limit certain disclosures to EU-related impacts. We also share insights on steps companies can take now as the standards are...
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  Sustainability now: Revised ESRS—Simplifications explained 28.07.2026 40min

  The revised European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS (2026)) introduce significant revisions, simplifications, clarifications, and new reporting reliefs for companies reporting—or preparing to report—under the CSRD. This episode discusses the European Commission’s July 2026 revisions, including changes to the materiality assessment, more flexibility to entities in relation to GHG emissions reporting, anticipated financial effects, and phase-in provisions. It also explains the reporti...
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  SEC now: Recent developments shaping today’s landscape 21.07.2026 49min

  SEC reporting and regulatory developments continue to move quickly. Proposals addressing semiannual reporting, filer status, and registered offerings could significantly affect public company reporting, internal control requirements, and capital-raising transactions, with further SEC rulemaking still expected. We provide an overview of these developments and where they stand, including investor and preparer reactions. We also examine current SEC staff comment letter trends arising from filing...
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  Convertible debt accounting: Making sense of complex terms 14.07.2026 28min

  Convertible debt can offer an issuer a lower-cost financing alternative, but the accounting can be complex depending on the instrument’s terms, settlement features, and related transactions. This episode discusses the key accounting models for convertible debt, including bifurcation under ASC 815, the own stock scope exception, substantial premium model, single instrument model, related features such as capped calls and contingent interest, and diluted EPS considerations. For further g...
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  Debt restructuring: Accounting for borrowers 07.07.2026 39min

  Debt restructuring accounting remains top of mind for borrowers as companies refinance debt that may have been issued in a very different interest rate environment. This episode discusses the accounting models for debt restructurings, including lender-by-lender assessments, modification versus extinguishment outcomes, troubled debt restructurings, fee allocations, and syndicated debt transactions. We break down the key considerations and share insights on navigating common challenges in apply...
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  Beyond debt: Accounting for other liability-classified arrangements 30.06.2026 31min

  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 t...
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  Current or noncurrent? Getting debt classification right 23.06.2026 36min

  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. Follow this podcast on yo...
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  Disaggregated expense disclosures: Don’t roll the DISE 16.06.2026 42min

  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 presen...
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  Setting the standard: FASB activity in 2026 09.06.2026 24min

  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 epi...
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  Governance beyond the boardroom: Insights for finance leaders 04.06.2026 35min

  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 governa...
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  Sustainability now: “Clearing the air” on GHG Protocol updates 26.05.2026 38min

  A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. 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 ...
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  SEC semiannual reporting proposal: Cutting quarters, not corners 21.05.2026 44min

  A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. 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. F...
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  Sustainability now: Operationalizing the ISSB standards 12.05.2026 47min

  A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. 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 (II...
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  IFRS in focus: New guidance and issues shaping 2026 reporting 05.05.2026 45min

  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...
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  Sustainability now: Energy tax credits and the FEOC rule 28.04.2026 29min

  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.&n...
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  Government grants: Understanding new FASB guidance 21.04.2026 30min

  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. Be sure to follow this podcast on your favorit...
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  OECD Pillar Two: Tax implications for US multinationals 14.04.2026 44min

  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 ...
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  How will US public policy shape business in 2026? 07.04.2026 43min

  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 ...
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  Derivative vs. revenue: Key impacts of new FASB guidance 31.03.2026 26min

  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 g...
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  Hedge accounting: How new guidance will impact your risk strategy 24.03.2026 34min

  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 – Adoptio...