Business Quote by Jeffrey R. Immelt
“People ought to invest in us because they like our company and the way they run it. We still do quarterly earnings guidance, but we tell people openly that they ought to look at the company for the long term and that's how they ought to invest.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Annual Shareholder Meeting, General Electric, 2014
He urges investors to focus on the company's long‑term fundamentals rather than short‑term earnings.
In simple terms: Invest for the long term, not just quarterly results.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize lasting value over short‑term gains.
Themes
investment
leadership
long‑term thinking
Mood
cautious
optimistic
Type
advisory
strategic
When to use this quote
- annual report review
- portfolio allocation
- financial planning
- risk assessment
Key Concepts
shareholder value
corporate governance
strategic planning
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you evaluate a company's long‑term health?
- What metrics reveal sustainable growth?
A Different Perspective
Short‑term market volatility can distract from long‑term goals.
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