American Capitalism Must Reorient Toward the Long Term

Senior Consultant Aurelien Portuese explores how long-term investments could have a positive impact on US companies in an article he co-authored for ProMarket.

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Summary:

American capitalism is at a crossroads. For decades, it has followed a flawed strategy: prioritizing short-term profits, appeasing shareholders, and narrowly focusing antitrust policy on maintaining low prices. This strategy has produced temporary gains while undermining innovation, corporate resilience, and the United States’ long-term economic competitiveness.