The International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) seeks to converge global accounting standards, particularly the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), to ensure transparency and comparability for investors. While nearly 100 countries use IFRS, some countries, including the United States and Canada, do not fully adhere to them. The IASB, composed of 14 members from nine countries, aims to develop and coordinate accounting standards internationally, enhancing the ability for companies operating across borders to produce understandable financial statements.