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Accounting for Investments in other companies: a changing landscape? "The EU requirement for listed groups in Europe will be a significant change that impacts most Irish companies adopting IFRS from 2005. Those actively engaging in M&A will want to consider the impacts immediately. [...] Consistent accounting for business combinations is important in establishing a level playing field for companies around the globe." Darina Barrett, Partner, KPMG, Dublin.1 Cathal Byrne (00507571) 1- Introduction: Modern times call for modern measures Since companies began preparing consolidated accounts in the UK in the early 1920s2, the rationale for accounting for investments in other organisations has changed considerably. New forms of business arrangements, ventures and mergers have resulted in the promulgation of fundamental legislation and professional recommendations on the practices associated with group accounting and the disclosure of consolidated statements.3 Nevertheless, further change is on the way. While accounting practice in the UK and Ireland has been subject...

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