Fair Value Option Definition | Becker

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Fair Value Option

On specified election dates, entities may choose to measure eligible financial instruments at fair value. Under the fair value option, unrealized gains and losses are reported in earnings. The fair value option is irrevocable and is applied to individual financial instruments.

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