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Listen in as PwC specialists discuss today’s most compelling accounting, reporting, and business issues. Whether financial reporting or sustainability reporting, each episode is packed with insights you won't find anywhere else.
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In this podiobook: Part comedy. Part soap opera. A fiction blog. A serialized sit-com. A daily comic strip in prose.When Rantz takes a job as Circulation Director of Fiddle and Burn: Guide to Fandom Magazine, he hauls his family to a new home. None of them realizes that this will lead to one bizarre adventure after another.There's an epic struggle to throw away an old garbage can.There are embarrassing incidents involving a very rude laptop computer.There's a heroic quest to overcome parenta ...
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Crypto assets are rapidly evolving – and so is the accounting and financial reporting. In this episode, we explore regulatory trends and market developments, including new FASB guidance. In this episode, we discuss: 01:22 – Market trends, regulatory shifts, and financial reporting developments 06:10 – Key developments from the SEC on crypto 09:44 –…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com This week, host Heather Horn is joined by Eelco van der Enden, CEO of Accountancy Europe. In this episode, we explore the fast-changing reporting and assurance landscape across Europe, including sustainability reporting and broader regulatory shifts. We …
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com In this episode, we continue our series on the European Commission’s Omnibus package with a September update that focuses on the proposed amendments to the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). We explore how the changes aim to simplify rep…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com In this episode, we explore insights from PwC’s Global Sustainability Reporting Survey featuring nearly 500 executives worldwide. Recorded during New York City Climate Week, the conversation highlights how companies are using sustainability data to drive…
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Significant developments are underway at the PCAOB. In this episode, we provide an overview on the latest changes, what’s on the horizon, and the potential implications for preparers. Our guest is Brian Croteau, PwC’s US Chief Auditor, who leads our team that follows all things PCAOB. In this episode, we discuss: 3:14 – A historical perspective on …
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As sweeping US tax reform takes effect in 2025, corporate taxpayers face important changes. These include extensions of and modifications to key Tax Cuts & Jobs Act (TCJA) provisions as well as expansion of some Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) incentives while accelerating the phase-out of others. In this episode we provide an overview of the key cor…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com California’s climate reporting is coming, but many questions remain. In this episode, we cover Assembly Bill (AB) 1305, Senate Bill (SB) 253, and SB 261—what’s required now, what’s still evolving, and how companies can prepare as the California Air Resou…
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In this episode, we focus on transfers of financial assets. The discussion breaks down the fundamentals of ASC 860, clarifies when a transfer qualifies as a sale versus a secured borrowing, and outlines the key criteria for derecognition. In this episode, we discuss: 0:59 – Overview of ASC 860 and the basics of financial asset transfers 3:35 – Tran…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com In this episode, we break down the amendments to the EU Taxonomy Regulation adopted by the European Commission in July 2025. Learn about the changes, what they mean for both financial and non-financial companies, and what may still be on the horizon. Plu…
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The Inflation Reduction Act introduced a broad range of renewable energy tax credits. Now, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OB3) has reshaped these incentives with new compliance requirements, shifting timelines, and selective phaseouts. In this podcast, we cover what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and the implications for companies navigating t…
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In this episode, we explain how to identify the accounting acquirer in an acquisition—an essential first step in accounting for a business combination. We also outline key changes in the FASB’s new guidance (ASU 2025-03, Determining the Accounting Acquirer in the Acquisition of a Variable Interest Entity) that impact this assessment. In this episod…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com Recent weeks have brought notable progress on the European Commission’s Omnibus package. In this episode, we examine the key developments from July — including amendments to the EU Taxonomy regulation, EFRAG’s extended deadline, and major revisions to th…
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We continue our revenue accounting podcast miniseries with an episode focused on presentation and disclosure. From balance sheet and income statement classification to required disclosures under ASC 606, we highlight key guidance and address key areas where questions often arise in practice. In this episode, we discuss: 1:27 – Income statement pres…
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We continue our revenue accounting podcast miniseries with a discussion on payments to customers—an area that can raise complex accounting questions, especially when those payments come in the form of equity. We examine when these payments reduce revenue versus when they represent consideration for a distinct good or service. We also highlight upda…
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We continue our revenue accounting miniseries with an episode taking a closer look at variable consideration—an essential and sometimes complex element in determining transaction price. From performance bonuses to volume-based rebates, we explore how to estimate and constrain variable amounts as well as when key exceptions apply. In this episode, w…
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We kick off our latest accounting podcast miniseries on revenue accounting with a foundational discussion on revenue recognition. In this episode, we tackle recognizing revenue —the final step of the ASC 606 model—and examine how to determine whether performance obligations are satisfied over time or at a point in time. In this episode, we discuss:…
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We continue our lease accounting podcast miniseries with an episode focused on embedded leases. Some arrangements to provide services or purchase inventory rely on the use of a specific asset to fulfill the contract. Even if the word “lease” doesn’t appear, the rights conveyed to the customer may still meet the definition of a lease—shifting the tr…
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We continue our lease accounting miniseries with a focus on variable lease payments, an area that can significantly influence lease classification and measurement. In this episode, we explore the complexities of usage-based and index-based payments, fair market rent adjustments, in-substance fixed payments, and more – providing insights into how th…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com In this episode, we highlight the proposed amendments to IFRS S2, the climate-related disclosure standard from the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB). Learn how the changes aim to clarify greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting, specifically scop…
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We continue our lease accounting miniseries with an episode focused on modifications and terminations. From determining whether a change results in a new lease to navigating remeasurement requirements, we share practical insights and key reminders for applying the guidance. In this episode, we discuss: 1:12 – How to determine if a lease modificatio…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com The European Commission’s Omnibus package continues to make its way through the legislative process. In this episode, we cover the most recent developments, including insights from recently leaked information and how businesses are reacting to potential …
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We kick off our latest accounting miniseries on lease accounting with an episode on the related presentation and disclosure requirements. We break down key considerations across the balance sheet, income statement, and statement of cash flows, including what interim and annual disclosures are required as well as the treatment of lease incentives, s…
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In this special episode, we explore whether top-performing finance functions have reached a “terminal value” in their cost-cutting journey – and what comes next. As technologies like AI and advanced analytics evolve, finance leaders are shifting focus from efficiency to insight – rethinking operating models, talent strategies, and what it means to …
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com We continue our video podcast miniseries focused on SEC reporting, helping you stay current on the evolving SEC landscape while taking a “back to basics” look at key reporting areas. As the SEC undergoes significant leadership changes, this episode offer…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com We're excited to share another video edition of our podcast on sustainability reporting—watch along as our sustainability specialists dive into the latest developments. Energy planning is a business issue, not just a utility issue. As the energy transiti…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com We continue our video podcast miniseries focused on SEC reporting, helping you stay current on the evolving SEC landscape while taking a “back to basics” look at key reporting areas. In today’s episode, we discuss Form 8-K, a critical SEC filing for time…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com We're excited to share another video edition of our podcast on sustainability reporting—watch along as our sustainability specialists dive into the latest developments. As sustainability reporting evolves, the GHG Protocol is undergoing its first major u…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com We continue our video podcast miniseries focused on SEC reporting, helping you stay current on the evolving SEC landscape while taking a “back to basics” look at key reporting areas. In today’s episode, we discuss pro forma financial information. We brea…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com We're excited to share another video edition of our podcast on sustainability reporting—watch along as our sustainability specialists dive into the latest developments. In this episode, we provide an update on the European Commission’s Omnibus package an…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. We continue our video podcast miniseries focused on SEC reporting, helping you stay current on the evolving SEC landscape while taking a “back to basics” look at key reporting areas. In today’s episode, we discuss acquisitions and divestitures—transacti…
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Companies face growing uncertainty about clean energy tax credits, tariffs, and the related regulatory guidance. In this episode, we explore the current state of clean energy investments, evolving financing structures, and the complex compliance landscape shaping renewable energy strategies today. In this episode, we discuss: 1:19 – A refresher on …
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com This episode kicks off a new video miniseries focused on SEC reporting that will keep you up to speed on the SEC landscape and take a “back to basics” look at key reporting areas. In today’s episode, we cover capital raising, one of the pillars of the SE…
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As the first wave of companies report under the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), PwC analyzed corporate sustainability statements. In this week’s podcast, host Heather Horn welcomes back Nadja Picard, PwC’s Global Reporting Leader, to dive into the key findings from more than 250 published reports. They explore emerging tre…
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In this episode, we continue our miniseries on financial statement presentation and disclosure with a focus on derivatives and hedging. Derivatives and hedging are topics applicable to many companies, but the accounting and related presentation and disclosures can be complex. This episode breaks down the requirements with practical insights and gui…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. We're excited to continue our video podcast series on the foundations of sustainability reporting. Now watch along with our sustainability specialists as they discuss the latest on sustainability. With the first wave of companies reporting under the Eur…
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We continue our back-to-basics series on financial statement presentation and disclosure with a focus on loans, receivables, and investments – accounts that affect nearly every business. In this episode, we walk through the key presentation and disclosure requirements and examine recent guidance updates for creditors accounting for certain loan mod…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reporting is central to sustainability disclosures—and measuring those emissions accurately is critical to transparent reporting. In this episode, we walk through PwC’s five-step process for GHG reporting, with a deep dive…
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We continue our back-to-basics series on financial statement presentation and disclosure with an episode focused on stock-based compensation. This episode breaks down the key presentation and disclosure principles and how stock-based compensation is reflected in each of the financial statements. In this episode, we discuss: 0:55 – Stock-based compe…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. We're excited to continue our video podcast series on the foundations of sustainability reporting. Now watch along with our sustainability specialists as they discuss the latest on sustainability. In this episode, we explore the foundational concepts th…
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We continue our back-to-basics series on financial statement presentation with an episode focused on consolidation disclosures. These disclosures can be complex, covering both consolidated entities – such as variable interest entities (VIEs) and voting interest entities (VOEs) – as well as variable interests in VIEs that are not consolidated. This …
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. We're excited to continue our video podcast series on the foundations of sustainability reporting. Now watch along with our sustainability specialists as they discuss the latest on sustainability. Despite the ever-changing landscape, materiality remains…
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We continue our back-to-basics series on financial statement presentation with an episode focused on fair value disclosures. Fair value measurements are used across many areas of financial reporting—and the related disclosure requirements can be extensive. From recurring versus nonrecurring measurement disclosures to those relating to fair value hi…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. We're excited to continue our video podcast series on the foundations of sustainability reporting. Now watch along with our sustainability specialists as they discuss the latest on sustainability. Understanding the boundaries, or reporting scope, of sus…
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We kick off our latest accounting series focused on financial statement presentation and we go back to the basics. This first episode sets the stage by covering foundational reporting principles, key disclosure considerations, notable differences between public and private company financial statements, and accounting changes and error corrections. …
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. California’s climate disclosure laws have broad implications for businesses worldwide. In this episode, we break down the key reporting requirements, including on greenhouse gas (GHG) and climate risk, and discuss how companies—whether headquartered in …
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Tariffs are dominating headlines and reshaping global trade. In this episode we break down what they may mean for businesses and financial reporting, and we share insights on how companies can prepare. In this episode, we discuss: 1:44 – Overview of tariffs and the current state of play 16:28 – Key financial reporting impacts 21:12 – Reciprocal tar…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. We're excited to continue our video podcast series on the foundations of sustainability reporting. Now watch along with our sustainability specialists as they discuss the latest on sustainability. In this bonus episode, we break down the EU’s Omnibus pr…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. We're excited to continue a video podcast series on the foundations of sustainability reporting. Now watch along with our sustainability specialists as they discuss the latest on sustainability. Understanding which sustainability reporting frameworks ap…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com. In this episode, we continue with an overview of key frameworks, regulatory developments, and resources to leverage on the reporting journey. Host Heather Horn is joined by PwC sustainability reporting specialists and National Office partners, Marcin Ol…
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A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com As the headlines continue to highlight, the sustainability reporting landscape is evolving rapidly in the US and beyond. In this episode, we kick off our miniseries on the foundations of sustainability reporting by exploring key US regulatory shifts unde…
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