Expected Credit losses are computed to measure the expected cash shortfalls, discounted at the original effective interest rates (EIR). A cash shortfall is the difference between the cash flows that are due to an entity in accordance with the contract and the cash flows that the entity expects to receive. The mechanics of the ECL calculations are outlined below and the key elements are, as follows: PD The Probability of Default is an estimate of the likelihood of default over a given time horizon. A default may only happen at a certain time over the assessed period, if the facility has not been previously derecognised and is still in the portfolio. The concept of PDs is further explained in Note 4.1 (d). EAD The Exposure at Default is an estimate of the exposure at a future default date, taking into account expected changes in the exposure after the reporting date, including repayments of principal and interest, whether scheduled by contract or otherwise, expected drawdowns on committed facilities and accrued interest from missed payments. The EAD is further explained in Note 4.1 (d). LGD The Loss Given Default is an estimate of the loss arising in the case where a default occurs at a given time. It is based on the difference between the contractual cash flows due and those that the lender would expect to receive, including from the realisation of any collateral. It is usually expressed as a percentage of the EAD. The LGD is further explained in Note 4.1 (d). Expected Credit losses are computed as unbiased, probability weighted amounts which are determined by evaluating a range of reasonably possible outcomes, the time value of money and considering all reasonable and supportable information including that which is forward-looking. It also incorporates how defaulted loans are expected to be recovered, including the probability that the loans will cure and the value of collateral or the amount that might be received for selling the asset. The maximum period for which the credit losses are determined is the contractual life of a financial instrument unless the Group and Company has the legal right to call it earlier. The mechanics of the ECL method are summarised below: Stage 1 The 12mECL is calculated as the portion of LTECLs that represent the ECLs that result from default events on a financial instrument that are possible within the 12 months after the reporting date. The Group and Company calculate the 12mECL allowance based on the expectation of a default occurring in the 12 months following the reporting date. These expected 12-month default probabilities are applied to a forecast EAD and multiplied by the expected LGD and discounted by an approximation to the original EIR. Stage 2 When a loan has shown a significant increase in credit risk since origination, the Group and Company record an allowance for the LTECLs. The mechanics are similar to those explained above, including the use of multiple scenarios, but PDs and LGDs are estimated over the lifetime of the instrument. The expected cash shortfalls are discounted by an approximation to the original EIR. Stage 3 For loans considered credit-impaired, the Group and Company recognise the lifetime expected credit losses for these loans and interest is computed on the net carrying amount of the loan. The method is similar to that for Stage 2 assets, with the PD set at 100%. Undrawn commitments When estimating LTECLs for undrawn commitments, the Group and Company estimate the expected portion of the commitment that will be drawn down over its expected life. The ECL is then based on the present value of the expected shortfalls in cash flows if the facility is drawn down. The expected cash shortfalls are discounted at an approximation to the expected EIR on the loan. 2. ACCOUNTING POLICIES Continued 2.8 Significant accounting policies Continued (p) Impairment of financial assets Continued EXPLANATORY NOTES 30 SEPTEMBER 2023 124 CIM FINANCE ANNUAL REPORT
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