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Executive Summary IFRS 20 Regulatory Assets and Regulatory Liabilities, issued in May 2026, establishes a new accounting framework for companies subject to rate regulation. The Standard addresses a critical gap in financial reporting by requiring companies to provide transparent information regarding “total allowed compensation”—the amount of compensation a company is entitled to for regulatory goods or services supplied in a specific period. Under previous standards, specifically IFRS 15 Revenue from Contracts with Customers, a disconnect often existed between the timing of goods

When most business owners assess their company’s value, they focus on the tangible: the warehouse, the vehicle fleet, or the production line. However, in the modern SME landscape, the true drivers of value are often “invisible.” Whether it is a proprietary software platform, a loyal customer list, or a household brand name, these intangible assets frequently represent the real engine of growth. Yet, accounting for them is rarely straightforward. The IFRS for SMEs® Accounting Standard (Third Edition, 2025) provides a specific roadmap for these

Introduction: The Wall Street Myth There is a persistent myth in the business world that “financial instruments” are the exclusive domain of high-frequency traders, Wall Street investment banks, and multinational conglomerates. To many owners of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the term conjures images of complex derivatives and flashing stock tickers—territory that feels far removed from the daily reality of running a manufacturing plant or a professional consultancy. The reality, however, is much more grounded. If your business has a