The above procedures are followed for equity security investments when neither significant influence nor control is present. However, as observed at the end of this chapter, FASB ASC Topic 825, "Financial Instruments," allows a special fair-value reporting option for available-for-sale securities. Although the balance sheet amounts for the investments remain at fair value under this option, changes in fair values over time are recognized in the income statement (as opposed to other comprehensive income) as they occur.