English in Annual Reports: Practical or Pointless?

In today’s global business environment, English often serves as the default language of communication — especially in finance and international reporting. But what happens when your official documents, like annual reports, are prepared in a country where English has no legal status? This question is particularly relevant for businesses operating in countries that attract foreign investment, yet maintain local-language legal systems. Should companies invest time and resources into preparing English versions of their annual reports? Is it practical or pointless?

Annual Report in Estonia: What Is It For?

Running a business in Estonia comes with certain obligations, and one of the main ones is submitting an annual report every year. Even if your company is small, this procedure is mandatory for everyone registered in the Commercial Register. Here’s why it’s necessary and how it works in practice.