We are replacing the cost of the investment in the holding entity’s accounts with the fair value of the assets and liabilities of the subsidiary.
Goodwill is likely to arise on acquisition. Shares purchased at the market price may not reflect the fair value of the assets and liabilities of the subsidiary. Any difference between the amount paid and the value of the assets is goodwill.
There must be no double counting. All items that relate to transfers within the group must be eliminated on consolidation.