Under IFRS, a Hedging Relationship Qualifies for Special Hedge Accounting

question 11

Essay

Under IFRS, a hedging relationship qualifies for special hedge accounting rules only if it meets five conditions.
Required:
Explain the conditions that must be met for a derivative to qualify for special hedge accounting. Identify what qualifies as a hedged item. Identify what qualifies as a hedging instrument. Outline the conditions required for a hedge to be effective.

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