Derivatives and Hedging (Topic 815): Hedge Accounting Improvements

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BDO supports the Board’s proposal to expand the application of cash flow hedge accounting to additional forecasted transactions and underlying risks. BDO suggested clarifications on certain aspects of the proposal to improve operability of the proposed guidance.

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