Author : Muzammal Rahim

IFRS 9 FAQs for Bangladeshi Banks

The landscape of financial reporting in Bangladesh is undergoing a seismic shift. As mandated by the Bangladesh Bank (BB), scheduled banks are now transitioning from the traditional “Incurred Loss” model to the more proactive International Financial Reporting Standard 9 (IFRS 9). This move, a key condition of the IMF’s support program, aims to align Bangladesh […]

Auditor expectations for IFRS 9 in Bangladesh

The implementation of IFRS 9 in Bangladesh represents more than an accounting change—it is a transformation of risk culture. For 2026, the Financial Reporting Council (FRC) and Bangladesh Bank have signaled that “approximate calculations” are no longer sufficient. Auditors are now focusing on four critical pillars of compliance. 1. The Validity of the Three-Stage Model […]

Business Model Assessment for Bangladeshi banks

The Bangladeshi banking sector has reached a defining “inflection point.” As of early 2026, the industry is no longer just recovering from the political and social shifts of late 2024; it is undergoing a radical structural transformation. With the countdown to LDC (Least Developed Country) graduation in November 2026 ticking away, the traditional “branch-and-collateral” business […]

IFRS 9 vs Previous Standards in Bangladesh

The landscape of financial reporting in Bangladesh is undergoing a significant transformation with the phased implementation of IFRS 9 (International Financial Reporting Standard 9), adopted locally as BFRS 9 (Bangladesh Financial Reporting Standard 9). This new standard is replacing the older IAS 39 (International Accounting Standard 39) and its local equivalents, marking a crucial shift, […]

Overview of ECL under IFRS 9 in Bangladesh

The banking and financial sector in Bangladesh is currently undergoing a monumental shift in how it manages and reports credit risk. By moving from the traditional Incurred Loss (IL) model to the Expected Credit Loss (ECL) model under IFRS 9, Bangladesh is aligning its financial reporting with international standards. 1. The Core Shift: Incurred vs. […]

IFRS 9 vs IAS 39 (Oman Perspective)

The transition from IAS 39 to IFRS 9 represents one of the most significant shifts in financial history. For Oman’s banking and corporate sectors, this isn’t just a change in accounting “rules”—it’s a fundamental overhaul of how risk is perceived, measured, and reported. Under the guidance of the Central Bank of Oman (CBO), this transition […]

Expected Credit Loss (ECL) Models in Oman:

The financial landscape in the Sultanate of Oman has undergone a significant transformation since the mandatory adoption of IFRS 9 Financial Instruments in 2018. At the heart of this change is the shift from the “incurred loss” model to the Expected Credit Loss (ECL) model a forward-looking approach designed to enhance the stability of the […]

IFRS 9 for Banks and Financial Institutions in Oman

Oman’s financial sector is undergoing a period of accelerated transformation driven by regulatory reform, economic diversification under Vision 2040, and increasing alignment with international financial standards. At the center of this transformation is IFRS 9 – Financial Instruments, a standard that has fundamentally changed how banks and financial institutions recognize, measure, and manage financial risk. […]

IFRS 9 Regulatory Framework in Oman

Oman’s financial sector is undergoing a steady transformation aligned with Oman Vision 2040, which emphasizes financial stability, transparency, and alignment with international best practices. A key pillar of this transformation is the adoption and enforcement of International Financial Reporting Standard 9 (IFRS 9) – Financial Instruments. Overseen by the Central Bank of Oman (CBO), the […]

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