How to record fund swing pricing adjustments
Adjusting the Net Asset Value per share to protect existing investors from dilution caused by transaction costs of large inflows or outflows.
| Account Name | Type | Debit ($) | Credit ($) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cash | Debit | 102,000.00 | - |
| Share Capital - Net Asset Value | Credit | - | 100,000.00 |
| Swing Factor Reserve | Credit | - | 2,000.00 |
💡 Accountant's Note
When a fund 'swings' its price, the additional amount paid by the subscribing investor (the swing factor) is credited to the fund's capital to offset estimated brokerage and spread costs, rather than being treated as fee income.
Practitioner & Systems Framework
💻 ERP Architecture
Most transfer agency systems calculate this automatically; the accounting feed must map the swing factor to a capital reserve account.
⚠️ Audit Flags
Consistency in applying swing thresholds as defined in the fund prospectus.
📄 Required Documentation
Daily NAV calculation sheet and swing threshold breach report.
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