All articles by Umesh Ellichipuram

Umesh Ellichipuram

AICPA, ASA and RICS launch consultation on proposed VPF

The organisations are seeking feedback from practitioners, users of valuation services, regulators and academics by 22 December.

IAASB unveils new interactive Technology Catalog

The platform details how the IAASB incorporates emerging technologies into its work programme.

FRC fines Deloitte £6.05m over Go-Ahead Group audit lapses

The FRC’s executive counsel closed the inquiry with a final settlement decision notice.

UK business confidence remains in prolonged downturn, ICAEW finds

Renewed US-Iran hostilities halted the rebound, leaving sentiment in a record-tying seven-quarter slump.

ACCA, UWI partner to boost accounting education in Caribbean region

The three-year agreement spans ACCA accreditation, exemptions, a dual-award route, and student and faculty development.

Hungary proposes annual wealth tax on assets above $3.08m

Under the proposal, the government would impose an annual 1% tax from January 2027.

CPA Australia calls for release of tax Red Tape Reduction Review

According to CPA Australia estimates, taxpayers spend around $41.81bn (A$60bn) annually to comply with tax requirements.

SMU launches Applied AI track for accounting professionals

The initiative comes amid changes in daily accounting and finance activities driven by AI technologies.

IFAC unveils six principles to build resilience in accountancy profession

The guidance reflects growing awareness that practitioner well-being directly supports professional performance.

BDO pushes for simpler corporation tax framework in Budget 2026

Corporation tax revenue climbed YoY in 13 industry sectors and fell in seven.