Reference no: EM132008018
Question - Arantxa Corporation made the following cash purchases of securities during 2014, which is the first year in which Arantxa invested in securities.
1. On January 15, purchased 10,620 shares of Sanchez Company's common stock at $40.2 per share plus commission $2,600.
2. On April 1, purchased 5,620 shares of Vicario Co.'s common stock at $62.4 per share plus commission $3,990.
3. On September 10, purchased 7,620 shares of WTA Co.'s preferred stock at $31.8 per share plus commission $5,530.
On May 20, 2014, Arantxa sold 4,620 shares of Sanchez Company's common stock at a market price of $42 per share less brokerage commissions, taxes, and fees of $4,470. The year-end fair values per share were Sanchez $36, Vicario $66, and WTA $33.6. In addition, the chief accountant of Arantxa told you that Arantxa Corporation plans to hold these securities for the long term but may sell them in order to earn profits from appreciation in prices.
Required -
Prepare the journal entry for the security sale on May 20.
Compute the unrealized gains or losses.
Prepare the adjusting entries for Arantxa on December 31, 2014.