Author : Muzammal Rahim

Navigating the Nuances: IFRS 9’s Application in Saudi Islamic Finance

The financial landscape across the globe is constantly evolving, driven by new regulations, technological advancements, and shifting economic paradigms. In Saudi Arabia, a nation deeply rooted in Islamic principles, the financial sector operates under a unique blend of modern regulations and Sharia compliance. One significant development impacting this sector is the implementation of International Financial […]

IFRS 9 in East Africa: The Balancing Act Between Global Compliance and Local Growth

Introduction: Accounting standards rarely stir public debate, but in the dynamic banking sectors of East Africa, one regulation – IFRS 9 Financial Instruments – has emerged as a silent, yet powerful, force. Replacing the older “incurred loss” model, IFRS 9 mandates a forward-looking approach to credit provisioning, requiring banks to anticipate potential losses rather than […]

IFRS 9’s Dual Impact on East African Banks: Balancing Risk-Aversion with Growth

The implementation of International Financial Reporting Standard 9 (IFRS 9) has introduced a paradigm shift in the way financial assets are classified, measured, and, most crucially, impaired. For banks across East Africa, this standard is a double-edged sword, simultaneously strengthening financial resilience through risk-aversion while posing a complex challenge to maintaining traditional growth models. IFRS […]

FRS 9’s Impact on Financial Resilience in Saudi Arabia

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s financial sector is a cornerstone of its ambitious Vision 2030, aiming for a diversified, thriving economy. In this dynamic landscape, a crucial, yet often overlooked, factor strengthening the sector’s backbone is IFRS 9 Financial Instruments. Far from being a mere accounting update, IFRS 9 has profoundly reshaped how Saudi banks […]

The Role of IFRS 9 in Saudi Arabia’s Financial Stability

Introduction Saudi Arabia’s financial sector is undergoing rapid transformation in line with Vision 2030, with the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) prioritizing transparency, resilience, and global alignment. One of the key frameworks ensuring this stability is IFRS 9 – Financial Instruments, which governs classification, measurement, and impairment of financial assets. Its adoption is central to protecting […]

How to Prepare for IFRS 9 Audits in KSA

The introduction of IFRS 9 – Financial Instruments has transformed how organizations in Saudi Arabia recognize, measure, and report financial assets, liabilities, and credit risk. For banks, financial institutions, and corporates in the Kingdom, preparing for an IFRS 9 audit requires not only compliance with the accounting standard but also alignment with regulatory expectations set […]

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 […]

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