What is the purpose of the Annual Report?
• To report on the stewardship of the company by the direction and management over the previous year. • To educate and inform shareholders (potential as well as current) • To report on performance during the period under review and put that performance in context • To explain the objectives of the company • To outline strategy and future direction • To fulfil legal and regulatory responsibilities Many companies see the annual report as an opportunity to build their corporate reputation with a wider group of stakeholders and showcase their company to customers, prospects, staff, partners and their local community. top The Investor Relations Society is not responsible for the content of external internet sites.
