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PwC"s accounting podcast

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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37:01

SEC to revisit quarterly reporting: Pros, cons, and...

PwC"s accounting podcast ·

2025/11/04

A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com The SEC is revisiting how often public companies report, weighing a shift from required quarterly Form 10‑Qs to a semiannual cadence. We explore what’s driving the debate and the implications for companies, investors, and markets. In this episode, we discuss: 1:55 – Why the SEC is revisiting quarterly reporting now and how we got here12:13 – Pros and cons of moving to semiannual reporting19:32 – Gl...

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50:40

Sustainability now: GHG reporting trends and challenges

PwC"s accounting podcast ·

2025/10/30

A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com Greenhouse gas (GHG) reporting continues to evolve, with companies facing increasing complexity in navigating frameworks, data quality, and materiality. In this episode, we explore recurring themes and practical challenges in GHG disclosures—from organizational boundaries to the role of renewable energy credits (RECs)—with insights from our specialists deeply engaged in global sustainability report...

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30:44

Going for a spin: Accounting and reporting for spinoffs

PwC"s accounting podcast ·

2025/10/28

In today’s episode, we unpack the complexities of spinoff transactions and their accounting implications. From identifying spinoffs to addressing key financial reporting considerations, our guests share practical guidance and insights for companies planning or evaluating these strategic moves. In this episode, we discuss: 1:12 – Overview of spinoff transactions9:08 – Accounting and reporting considerations for spinoff transactions23:56 – Post-spin accounting considerations for the spinnor27:5...

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48:43

Sustainability now: Inside the GHG Protocol’s scope 3...

PwC"s accounting podcast ·

2025/10/23

A video of this podcast is available on YouTube, Spotify, or PwC’s website at viewpoint.pwc.com In this episode, host Heather Horn is joined by Colin Powell, a PwC Canada partner and member of the GHG Protocol’s Scope 3 Standard Technical Working Group. They discuss key areas for change under consideration, including minimum boundaries and data quality disclosures, as well as what these updates could mean for the future of sustainability reporting. In this episode, we discuss: 1:12 – Ov...

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39:53

Sale of a business – Held for sale criteria, disc...

PwC"s accounting podcast ·

2025/10/21

In today’s episode, we explore the accounting implications of selling a business—an increasingly relevant topic in today’s market. From initial considerations through the final disposition, we break down key accounting judgments, classification, and presentation requirements. In this episode, we discuss: 2:32 – Held-for-sale criteria14:00 – Accounting implications of held-for-sale classification19:25 – Accounting for the gain or loss on the sale of a business 25:50 – Discontinued operati...

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47:15

Sustainability now: Transition plans meet business...

PwC"s accounting podcast ·

2025/10/16

In this episode, host Heather Horn sat down with Mardi McBrien, Senior Director at the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD), during New York Climate Week to discuss the evolving world of sustainability reporting. The conversation covers how companies are navigating fragmented frameworks, the growing importance of transition plans, and the movement toward greater simplification and integration of reporting. In this episode, we discuss: 1:15 – The role of the WBCSD a...

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32:17

Crypto assets – Accounting for stablecoins, staking,...

PwC"s accounting podcast ·

2025/10/14

In this episode of our crypto asset mini-series, we explore common transaction types—stablecoins, staking, and lending. The discussion addresses the accounting, including how contract terms and fact patterns can significantly influence the appropriate accounting model. In this episode, we discuss: 2:17 – Overview of stablecoins, including the impact of the GENIUS Act9:01 – Accounting for stablecoins15:50 – Overview of staking and the accounting by delegators24:14 – Accounting for crypto asset...

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29:30

Crypto assets – Accounting and reporting foundations

PwC"s accounting podcast ·

2025/10/07

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 crypto09:44 – Accounting classification of crypto assets11:55 – Key provisions of the FASB’s crypto assets guidance23:12 – Fair value measurement considerat...

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53:19

The global impact of Europe’s accounting evolution

PwC"s accounting podcast ·

2025/10/02

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 examine the forces driving simplification, cross-border alignment, and the future of the accounting profession—and what it all means for companies ...

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43:19

Sustainability now: Proposed changes to EU reporting...

PwC"s accounting podcast ·

2025/09/30

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 reporting, reduce disclosure burdens, and enhance interoperability, and we highlight key implications for companies preparing sustainability statement...

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20:56

Sustainability now: Where sustainability and strategy...

PwC"s accounting podcast ·

2025/09/25

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 strategy, respond to stakeholder pressure, and prepare for evolving regulations. In this episode, we discuss: 1:14 – Key takeaways from New York C...

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49:31

PCAOB changes ahead – What they mean for auditors and...

PwC"s accounting podcast ·

2025/09/23

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 the PCAOB10:01 – Leadership changes at the SEC and PCAOB21:05 – Standard setting projects and priorities33:05 – Standard setting relate...

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44:14

Accounting for US tax reform - One Big Beautiful Bill...

PwC"s accounting podcast ·

2025/09/16

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 corporate provisions and dive into the related accounting and financial reporting implications. In this episode, we discuss: 03:24 – Extensions an...

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32:42

Sustainability now: A primer on California climate...

PwC"s accounting podcast ·

2025/09/11

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 Resources Board (CARB) works to finalize draft regulations. In this episode, we discuss: 3:05 – Overview of AB 1305, SB 253, and SB 261, including scope...

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28:23

Financial asset transfers – Accounting fundamentals

PwC"s accounting podcast ·

2025/09/09

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 transfers3:35 – Transactions subject to ASC 8606:56 – Transfer of an entire versus a portion of a financial asset and application of the participating interest guidance...

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28:23

Sustainability now: The EU Taxonomy Regulation gets...

PwC"s accounting podcast ·

2025/09/04

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. Plus, we’ll share practical steps companies can take as they prepare for implementation. In this episode, we discuss: 1:10 – Overview of the EU Taxonomy Regulation and potential changes to come7:46 – Changes on the horizon for non-financial servi...

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24:35

Sustainability now: Energy credits after the...

PwC"s accounting podcast ·

2025/08/28

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 the evolving renewable energy tax credit landscape. In this episode, we discuss: 1:51 – Significant changes to energy credits from OB39:28 – Energy ...

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22:13

Who’s the accounting acquirer? Navigating new bus com...

PwC"s accounting podcast ·

2025/08/19

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 episode, we discuss: 1:16 – Overview of business combinations and importance of identifying the acquirer6:12 – New FASB guidance applicable when the lega...

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33:32

Sustainability now: EU Omnibus in motion – August...

PwC"s accounting podcast ·

2025/08/14

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 the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). We also discuss the potential implications for businesses as the legislative process advances...

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33:35

Revenue accounting reset - Presentation and disclosure

PwC"s accounting podcast ·

2025/08/05

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 presentation of revenue4:16 – Balance sheet presentation considerations related to revenue 9:38 – Overview of revenue disclosure objectives and th...

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