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Quarterly Reports

[KWOR-ter-lee re-ports]

What is the definition of Quarterly Reports?
Quarterly reports, also known as interim financial statements, are financial statements issued by companies every three months to provide a periodic update on their financial health, including revenues, expenses, net profit, and cash flow, during the fiscal year.
Using Quarterly Reports in an Example

A publicly traded company must prepare quarterly reports to comply with regulatory requirements and keep its investors informed about its financial performance. These reports include balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements for the quarter.

Using Quarterly Reports in a sentence

The CFO prepared the quarterly reports to discuss during the upcoming board meeting, aiming to highlight the company's financial progress and areas needing improvement.

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