Refer to BE16.4. Assume the same facts except that the forward contract is a futures contract that
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Refer to BE16.4. Assume the same facts except that the forward contract is a futures contract that trades on the Futures Exchange. Ginseng Inc. was required to deposit $30 with the stockbroker as a margin. Prepare the journal entries to update the books on January 1 and 15.
Data From BE16.4.
On January 1, 2020, Ginseng Inc. entered into a forward contract to purchase U.S. $6,000 for $6,336 Canadian in 30 days. On January 15, the fair value of the contract was $40 (reflecting the present value of the future cash flows under the contract). Assume that the company would like to update its records on January 15.
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Intermediate Accounting Volume 2
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12th Canadian Edition
Authors: Donald E. Kieso, Jerry J. Weygandt, Terry D. Warfield, Irene M. Wiecek, Bruce J. McConomy