Current Issues of Classification and Distribution of Expenses in Railway Transport Holdings under IFRS
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https://doi.org/10.51699/cajitmf.v7i1.1132Keywords:
IFRS, railway transport holdings, classification of expenses, distribution of expenses, cost allocation, operational and capital costs,, financial reporting, cost management, leasing under IFRS 16Abstract
The current difficulties in classifying and allocating expenses within railway transport holdings under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) are examined in this article. The complexity of cost structures rises as international railway companies diversify and grow, necessitating strong accounting frameworks to guarantee compliance, comparability, and transparency. The distinction between capital and operating expenses, the handling of joint costs in multifunctional units, and the effect of IFRS 16 on rolling stock and infrastructure leasing agreements are some of the major issues that have been identified. The study also looks at discrepancies brought about by varying interpretations of expense categories, the integration of digital asset investments, and the implications for financial performance reporting.Based on case studies and regulatory analysis, the paper provides practical solutions for standardizing expense classification and enhancing the consistency of cost allocation methods across railway transport holdings. The findings encourage improved financial reporting practices and provide guidance to legislators, financial managers, and auditors in the transportation sector.
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