Month: August 2025

How IFRS 9 Affects Retail Lending in KSA

The implementation of International Financial Reporting Standard 9 (IFRS 9) has significantly transformed the landscape of retail lending in Saudi Arabia. Effective from January 1, 2018, this standard introduced a forward-looking Expected Credit Loss (ECL) model, replacing the previous incurred loss approach. This shift has had profound implications for banks, borrowers, and the broader financial […]

ECL Modeling Challenges for Saudi Banks

Expected Credit Loss (ECL) modeling has become a critical component of financial risk management for banks worldwide, including those in Saudi Arabia. With the implementation of IFRS 9 accounting standards, Saudi banks are required to estimate credit losses more proactively, which demands robust ECL models. However, many Saudi banks face unique challenges in developing, implementing, […]

Why Effective Interest Rate (EIR) Is the Next IFRS 9 Hotspot in Pakistan & the GCC

1. Why Is Regulatory Focus on Effective Interest Rate Rising? Over the last few years, both the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and GCC regulators have been tightening their supervision around IFRS 9. Among the many technical areas under review, one topic is coming up again and again during audits: Effective Interest Rate (EIR). EIR […]

Comparison: IFRS 9 vs IAS 39

IFRS 9 and IAS 39 are both accounting rules. These rules help companies keep track of money they lend, borrow, or invest. But there are big differences between them. What Are the Differences Between Old and New Standards? IAS 39 is the old rule.IFRS 9 is the new rule that replaces IAS 39.IFRS 9 was […]

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