MicroStrategy's Potential S&P 500 Inclusion Tied to New Accounting Adoption
The software company could see a significant earnings boost and S&P 500 inclusion if it adopts new FASB accounting standards.
- MicroStrategy may experience a $3 billion boost in earnings if it adopts new FASB ASU 2023-08 accounting standards early.
- The company's decision could lead to its inclusion in the S&P 500, contingent on reporting positive earnings.
- MicroStrategy has faced $2.27 billion in cumulative impairment losses under old FASB rules, impacting its financial reports.
- Analysts are divided on whether MicroStrategy will pursue early adoption of the new standards.
- The potential adoption could significantly alter MicroStrategy's earnings per share, with an estimated increase of over $300 per share.