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Recent Accounting Pronouncements
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2018
Accounting Changes and Error Corrections [Abstract]  
Recent Accounting Pronouncements

19. Recent Accounting Pronouncements

 

In February 2016, an accounting update was issued which will require lessees to record most operating leases on their balance sheets, but recognize the expenses in the income statement in a manner similar to current practice. Under the new standard, lessees will be required to recognize a lease liability for the obligation to make lease payments, and an asset for the right to use the underlying asset for the lease term. Expenses related to operating leases will be recognized on a straight-line basis, while those determined to be financing leases will be recognized following a front-loaded expense profile, in which interest and amortization are presented separately in the income statement. The principal effect on the Company’s financial statements will be an increase in assets and liabilities. The Company is evaluating practical expedients that may be used, and a new method of transitioning to this standard which was recently approved by the FASB, both of which could affect the impact that the standard has on the Company’s financial statements. Additionally, we are evaluating changes to our processes and internal controls to ensure we meet the standard’s reporting and disclosure requirements.

In August 2017, an accounting update was issued which simplifies the application of hedge accounting to better align the financial reporting of hedging relationships with a company’s risk management activities. We do not expect a significant impact to our consolidated assets and liabilities, net earnings, or cash flows as a result of adopting this new standard. We plan to adopt the new standard effective January 1, 2019.

In February 2018, an accounting update was issued which allows a reclassification from accumulated other comprehensive income to retained earnings for stranded tax effects resulting from the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. This update is effective for annual and interim periods in fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2018. We are currently evaluating the impact of this update.