All articles by Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

Vidhya Edwards Munnangi

PCAOB releases new broker-dealer audit focus publication

The publication is part of the PCAOB’s mandate to oversee firms auditing broker-dealers that are registered with the US SEC.

LPA reforms may go unnoticed, warn UK’s NBS experts 

The proposed reforms, which aim to address the shortcomings of the current system, risk being overshadowed by more prominent devolution plans. 

EFRAG initiates development of KPI-based reporting framework for EU SMEs 

The initiative aims to improve the “accessibility and comparability” of financial information within EU SMEs.  

CA ANZ supports return of accounting as standalone NCEA Level 1 subject 

The organisation had previously expressed concerns over the combination of accounting with other commerce subjects such as business studies and economics. 

CIMA recommendations to bolster Hong Kong economic future 

The institute recommends the development of policies that underscore the city’s financial prowess and its role in global markets. 

DIFC Courts opens Mediation Service Centre and notary service

The Mediation Service Centre provides dispute resolution with assistance from registered mediators, while Notary Service attests legal documents in English.

India seeks to forge its own ‘Big Four’ at ICAI Dubai summit 

The event further highlighted the geographic positioning of India within the India-Middle East-Africa economic corridor. 

SPP offers feedback on FCA’s new consumer support strategy 

The FCA’s initiative introduces the concept of targeted support to help firms provide more personalised guidance to specific groups of consumers. 

ICAEW publishes July 2025 ACA advanced level exam results 

A cohort of 6,471 candidates attempted these exams, while 78.9% of students passed the Case Study exam and 84.2% succeeded in Corporate Reporting. 

PCAOB delays implementation of QC 1000 until 2026 

The decision to delay the effective date comes after feedback indicating that some firms are facing significant implementation challenges.