Frank Statement on FASB Ruling on Mark-to-Market Accounting

Washington, DC - House Financial Services Committee Chairman Barney Frank (D-MA) today issued the following statement on the Financial Accounting Standards Board’s ruling on mark-to-market accounting:

“I applaud the very important actions taken by FASB today, which has made significant progress toward addressing inaccurate asset valuations in the markets. The FASB believes the rule can be applied more fairly and take into account the currently dysfunctional state of some markets.  The integrity of the standard-setting process is preserved, while avoiding the pro-cyclical effects of improper valuation practices.”

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