SEC Chair Atkins Looks to Scrap Quarterly Corporate Reports Faster

In a significant policy shift, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Paul Atkins has announced plans to fast-track the elimination of mandatory quarterly earnings reports for publicly listed companies. This move aligns with President Donald Trump’s renewed push to reduce regulatory burdens on businesses. Atkins emphasized a “minimum effective dose” approach to regulation, aiming to protect investors while minimizing unnecessary compliance costs.