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After reading the information on stockholder's equity in Chapter 18 from your Intermediate Accounting text, use a Word or an Excel document to address the following problems:

• P 18-1, "Various Stock Transactions; Correction of Journal Entries," page 1078. This problem tests your knowledge on the issuance of capital stock and correction of journal entries for stockholders' equity.

• P 18-10, "Transactions Affecting Retained Earnings," page 1082. This problem tests your knowledge of transactions affecting retained earnings.

P 18–1 Various stock transactions; correction of journal entries

During its first year of operations, the McCollum Corporation entered into the following transactions relating to shareholders’ equity. The corporation was authorized to issue 100 million common shares, $1 par per share.

Part A

Transactions:

  • Jan. 9: Issued 40 million common shares for $20 per share.
  • Mar. 11: Issued 5,000 shares in exchange for custom-made equipment.

Note: McCollum’s shares have traded recently on the stock exchange at $20 per share.

Part B

A new staff accountant for the McCollum Corporation recorded the following journal entries during the second year of operations. McCollum retires shares that it reacquires (restores their status to that of authorized but unissued shares).

Required: Prepare the journal entries that should have been recorded for each of the transactions.

P 18–10 Transactions affecting retained earnings

Indicate by letter whether each of the transactions listed below increases (I), decreases (D), or has no effect (N) on retained earnings.

Assume the shareholders’ equity of the transacting company includes only common stock, paid-in capital—excess of par, and retained earnings at the time of each transaction. (Some transactions have two possible answers. Indicate both.)

  • 1. Sale of common stock: N
  • 2. Purchase of treasury stock at a cost less than the original issue price: D
  • 3. Purchase of treasury stock at a cost greater than the original issue price: D
  • 4. Declaration of a property dividend: D
  • 5. Sale of treasury stock for more than cost: N
  • 6. Sale of treasury stock for less than cost: D
  • 7. Net income for the year: I
  • 8. Declaration of a cash dividend: D
  • 9. Payment of a previously declared cash dividend: N
  • 10. Issuance of convertible bonds for cash: N
  • 11. Declaration and distribution of a 5% stock dividend: N
  • 12. Retirement of common stock at a cost less than the original issue price: D
  • 13. Retirement of common stock at a cost greater than the original issue price: D
  • 14. A stock split effected in the form of a stock dividend: N
  • 15. A stock split in which the par value per share is reduced (not effected in the form of a stock dividend): N
  • 16. A net loss for the year: D

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After Reading The Information On Stockholders Equity In Chapter 18 Fr

After Reading The Information On Stockholders Equity In Chapter 18 Fr

The topic of stockholders' equity is central to understanding corporate finance and accounting practices. It encompasses various elements such as common stock, retained earnings, paid-in capital, treasury stock, and other equity-related transactions. The following discussion examines specific journal entries and transaction effects related to stock issuance, repurchases, and distributions, based on the exercises provided from Chapter 18 of the Intermediate Accounting textbook.

Part A: Journal Entries for Shareholder Equity Transactions

McCollum Corporation’s initial transactions involve issuing shares and exchange of stock for assets. On January 9, the company issues 40 million shares at $20 per share, which involves recognizing cash and common stock at par value, with the excess credited to paid-in capital. The journal entry would be as follows:

  • Jan. 9: Debit Cash for 40 million shares x $20 = $800 million; Credit Common Stock for 40 million shares x $1 par = $40 million; Credit Paid-in Capital—Excess of Par for the remaining amount ($800 million - $40 million = $760 million).

On March 11, issuing 5,000 shares in exchange for equipment involves valuing the equipment, usually at either fair value or the exchange value of the stock, which in this scenario is $20 per share. The journal entry would be:

  • Mar. 11: Debit Equipment for 5,000 shares x $20 = $100,000; Credit Common Stock for 5,000 shares x $1 par = $5,000; Credit Paid-in Capital—Excess of Par for the remaining amount ($100,000 - $5,000 = $95,000).

In the second year, the company may reacquire shares, which involves treasury stock accounting. When the shares are retired, the journal entries depend on whether the reacquisition cost is above or below the original issue value, and whether the company reissues or retires the stock.

For example, retiring shares at a cost less than the original issue price would involve debiting common stock and paid-in capital accounts, and possibly recognizing a gain or loss if applicable. Conversely, if the reacquisition cost exceeds original issue price, the entry involves recording a loss on retirement.

Part B: Effects of Transactions on Retained Earnings

The list of transactions affecting retained earnings reflects the dynamic nature of equity management. Transactions like issuing stock or declaring dividends directly impact retained earnings, either increasing or decreasing it. For publications, the effects are as follows:

  • Issuance of common stock and net income increase retained earnings because they add to the company's accumulated earnings.
  • Share repurchases at a price less than face value and the declaration of property dividends decrease retained earnings because they distribute profits or reduce earnings.
  • Treasury stock transactions generally decrease retained earnings or paid-in capital depending on whether they are reissued or retired.
  • Dividends, both cash and stock dividends, decrease retained earnings as they are distributions of profits to shareholders.
  • Net losses decrease retained earnings directly, reducing the accumulated earnings available to shareholders.

Overall, these transactions highlight how retained earnings fluctuate due to corporate profit generation, dividend distributions, and stock transactions—fundamental to understanding a company's financial health and stakeholder rewards.

Conclusion

The review of journal entries and transaction effects emphasizes the importance of accurate recording and understanding the influence of various corporate activities on shareholders’ equity. As demonstrated, proper accounting for stock issuance, repurchase, retirement, and dividends ensures transparency and compliance with GAAP and IFRS standards, providing stakeholders with clear insights into the company's financial stability and growth prospects.

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