IFRS 9 replaces IAS 39, Financial Instruments – Recognition and Measurement. It is meant to respond to criticisms that IAS 39 is too complex, inconsistent with the way entities manage their businesses and risks, and defers the recognition of credit losses on loans and receivables until too late in the credit cycle.

When did IFRS 9 replace IAS 39?

Overview. IFRS 9 Financial Instruments issued on 24 July 2014 is the IASB's replacement of IAS 39 Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement. The Standard includes requirements for recognition and measurement, impairment, derecognition and general hedge accounting.

How is IFRS 9 different from IAS 39?

The main difference between the two accounting standards is that the new standard (IFRS 9) requires a recognition of credit loss allowances on initial recognition of financial assets, whereas previously under IAS 39, impairment is recognized at a later stage, when a credit loss event has occurred.