Leases
Background
Leasing is a global business, and differences in accounting standards can lead to considerable noncomparability. This joint IASB-FASB project seeks to improve the accounting for leases by developing an approach that is more consistent with the conceptual framework definitions of assets and liabilities. The project would result in a replacement of IAS 17 Leases.
An earlier G4+1 Study had recommended capitalising property rights inherent in all leases.
Current status of the project
The IASB and FASB expect to re-exposure their proposals in the second quarter of 2012.
Project milestones
| Date | Development | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| July 2006 | Added to the IASB's agenda | |
| 19 March 2009 | Discussion Paper DP/2009/1 Leases: Preliminary Views published | Comment deadline 17 July 2009 |
| 17 August 2010 | Exposure Draft ED/2010/9 Leases published | Comment deadline 15 December 2010 |
| 21 July 2011 | IASB/FASB announce intention to re-expose proposals | ED expected in first half of 2012 |

