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Trump Advocates Semi-Annual Reporting to Boost Long-Term Planning

9/15/2025

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President Trump proposed shifting U.S. corporate reporting from quarterly to semi-annual to save costs and improve management focus, pending SEC approval.
He criticized quarterly reporting for its short-term focus, contrasting it with China's long-term approach.
Supporters believe this change could enhance long-term planning, while critics warn of reduced transparency and increased volatility.
The Long-Term Stock Exchange plans to petition the SEC to align U.S. practices with the U.K. and EU.
Notable figures like Warren Buffett and Jamie Dimon have criticized quarterly earnings guidance for encouraging short-termism.

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President Trump proposed shifting U.S. corporate reporting from quarterly to semi-annual to save costs and improve management focus, pending SEC approval.
He criticized quarterly reporting for its short-term focus, contrasting it with China's long-term approach.
Supporters believe this change could enhance long-term planning, while critics warn of reduced transparency and increased volatility.
The Long-Term Stock Exchange plans to petition the SEC to align U.S. practices with the U.K. and EU.
Notable figures like Warren Buffett and Jamie Dimon have criticized quarterly earnings guidance for encouraging short-termism.