Author : Muzammal Rahim

The transition from the traditional “incurred loss” model to the International Financial Reporting Standard 9 (IFRS 9)—locally implemented as NFRS 9—marks a paradigm shift for the Nepalese banking sector. As Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) pushes for full compliance by 2025/2026, the primary concern for stakeholders is how this accounting change will squeeze the Capital Adequacy […]

As the financial landscape in Nepal evolves, Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) has taken a pivotal step toward global alignment by mandating the transition to Nepal Financial Reporting Standards (NFRS) 9, which is based on the international IFRS 9 framework. This transition marks a fundamental shift from the traditional “Incurred Loss” model to a more proactive […]

Preparing for an IFRS 9 audit in Fiji is a unique challenge that blends global accounting standards with the specific economic realities of the South Pacific. How to Prepare for IFRS 9 Audit in Fiji Navigating an IFRS 9 audit in Fiji requires more than just a standard accounting checklist. Given the Reserve Bank of […]

The landscape of financial reporting in Fiji underwent a seismic shift in 2018 with the mandatory adoption of IFRS 9 Financial Instruments. Replacing the older IAS 39, this standard redefined how the Fiji banking sector manages risk and communicates financial health to the Reserve Bank of Fiji (RBF). In 2026, IFRS 9 is no longer […]

IFRS 9 Financial Instruments is the internationally recognized accounting standard that governs how financial instruments are classified, measured, and impaired. It replaced the earlier IAS 39 standard and came into force on 1 January 2018, introducing a forward‑looking Expected Credit Loss (ECL) model for impairment. This shift fundamentally changed how banks and financial institutions account for credit risk and […]

As Fiji’s financial landscape continues to modernize, the transition to IFRS 9 (International Financial Reporting Standard 9) has moved from a technical hurdle to a cornerstone of economic stability. For Fijian commercial banks and credit institutions, this standard represents a fundamental shift in risk management—moving from a reactive “wait and see” approach to a proactive, […]

As of early 2026, the adoption of IFRS 9 (International Financial Reporting Standard 9) has transitioned from a technical implementation hurdle to a foundational pillar of financial stability in Fiji. While the standard was introduced years ago, its ongoing impact on the capital structures of Fijian commercial banks and credit institutions remains a primary focus […]

The financial landscape in Fiji has undergone a significant transformation since the adoption of IFRS 9 in 2018. Moving away from the traditional “incurred loss” model, Fijian financial institutions now employ the Expected Credit Loss (ECL) framework. This forward-looking approach is designed to ensure that banks recognize potential losses much earlier in the credit cycle, […]

As Fiji’s financial landscape continues to modernize in 2026, the adoption of IFRS 9 (International Financial Reporting Standard 9) has moved from a technical hurdle to a cornerstone of economic stability. For Fijian commercial banks, this standard represents a fundamental shift in how they view risk—moving from a reactive “wait and see” approach to a […]

The global financial crisis of 2008 spurred significant changes in banking regulations worldwide, aimed at fostering greater stability and transparency. Among these, the International Financial Reporting Standard 9 (IFRS 9) for financial instruments has emerged as a crucial framework, fundamentally altering how banks account for and manage financial assets and liabilities. For Tanzanian banks, the […]