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Why do companies release earnings early?

Hey guys,

I tried asking AI why IBM released earnings early and I get the response, "to explain a significant performance shortfall to investors."

I don't find that a satisfying explanation and am hoping this sub could help.

Is it normal to do an early release if your earnings aren't great? I haven't seen that happen before. Is it to give investors extra time to read the release before the conference call? Or some other reason?

I guess I don't see much difference between releasing early and just waiting for the official date.

I don't own any IBM and don't intend to. It was just in the news and I was curious about why early releases happen.

Thanks