Definitions and classifications
In this lesson, you'll learn how to define and classify financial instruments under IFRS standards—a core skill for SBR and AFM papers.
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In this lesson
- 0:00 Financial Instruments Overview
- 0:19 Definitions and Classification Fundamentals
- 1:01 Financial Assets and Liabilities Explained
- 2:36 Equity vs Liability Classification Rules
- 3:55 Offsetting Financial Instruments Requirements
About this lesson
We break down the three key standards (IAS 32, IFRS 9, and IFRS 7), explore what makes something a financial asset, liability, or equity instrument, and work through the practical distinction between substance and form—especially for tricky cases like preference shares. You'll also discover when offsetting is permitted and how to apply the rules correctly in your financial statements.
Duration: 4m
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