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ASC Topic 323 provides the framework for how companies must account for investments where they have "significant influence" but not full control.

Investments—Equity Method and Joint Ventures (Topic 323) - FASB

: Generally, an ownership interest of 20% to 50% of voting stock is presumed to provide significant influence. 323 mp4

: Investments are initially recorded at cost. Subsequent Measurement :

: The equity method is used when an investor can influence the operating and financial policies of an investee. ASC Topic 323 provides the framework for how

Dividends received are recorded as a reduction in the carrying amount of the investment, not as income.

: This update allows entities to use the proportional amortization method for equity investments made primarily for income tax credits (e.g., affordable housing projects), providing a more consistent accounting treatment for tax-driven structures. Subsequent Measurement : : The equity method is

The investor recognizes its share of the investee’s earnings or losses in its own income statement.