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Investment in Equity Securities (FVTPL)

Recording the purchase of shares in another company held for trading.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Investment in Equity (FVTPL)Asset (+)15,000.00-
CashAsset (-)-15,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

FVTPL stands for 'Fair Value Through Profit or Loss'. Any change in share price at year-end will go directly to the income statement.

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