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Fixed Asset Revaluation (Downward/Loss)

Recording a decrease in land/building value below its original cost (IFRS).

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Revaluation Loss (Income Statement)Expense (+)10,000.00-
Land / BuildingAsset (-)-10,000.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Unlike revaluation gains (which go to Equity/OCI), a loss that drops the asset below its historical cost must be recorded on the Income Statement immediately.

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