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Trump's Proposal: Quarterly Earnings Reports May Go Semiannual

9/26/2025

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President Donald J. Trump proposes reducing earnings reports from quarterly to semiannual.
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) weighs the proposal and may let firms choose reporting frequency.
Experts warn less frequent reporting could heighten speculation and reliance on unreliable sources.
Financial professionals warn higher workload and risks; shift could affect hedge funds and corporate credit markets, increasing volatility.

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President Donald J. Trump proposes reducing earnings reports from quarterly to semiannual.
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) weighs the proposal and may let firms choose reporting frequency.
Experts warn less frequent reporting could heighten speculation and reliance on unreliable sources.
Financial professionals warn higher workload and risks; shift could affect hedge funds and corporate credit markets, increasing volatility.