Accounting standards

Credit unions could have an answer about when a new credit loss standard will take effect, while the National Credit Union Administration will hold its monthly board meeting this week.

Beginning next year, banks will have to dramatically change the way they account for future credit losses, but experts disagree on the new rule's long-term impact.

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With some adjustments, the loan-loss accounting standard can be more secure and workable for banks.

As many as 20% of institutions haven't started planning for the new standard, according to one study. Many say CUs must start now in order to be ready, even if the rule is postponed.

Russ Golden, the chairman of the Financial Accounting Standards Board, says implementation of its credit loss rule should go forward, but will issue new supporting documents.

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The new accounting standard for loan losses combined with an expected rule change around incentive-based compensation could hit bank chiefs in the wallet, according to a new report.