Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Professional and Technical Services, Except Legal Services: Other Direct Credits (Charges) to Retained Earnings (Net)
QFRD122PTSUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
-7,709.00
Year-over-Year Change
79.32%
Date Range
10/1/2009 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks direct credits or charges to retained earnings for professional and technical services corporations in the United States. It provides insights into the financial health and operational adjustments of service-sector businesses beyond legal services.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
The metric represents financial transactions that directly impact corporate retained earnings, excluding standard income or expense entries. Economists use this data to understand corporate financial strategies, investment decisions, and potential structural changes in professional service sectors.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reporting by corporations, aggregated and analyzed by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This trend helps policymakers and investors assess the financial resilience and strategic positioning of professional service corporations.
Key Facts
- Tracks direct financial adjustments outside standard income statements
- Focuses specifically on professional and technical services corporations
- Provides granular insights into corporate financial management
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures direct credits or charges to retained earnings for professional and technical service corporations, excluding legal services.
Q: Why is this trend important?
A: It offers insights into corporate financial strategies and the economic health of the professional services sector.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a quarterly basis by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Q: What can this trend tell investors?
A: It can signal potential shifts in corporate financial management, investment strategies, and sector-wide economic trends.
Q: Are there limitations to this economic indicator?
A: The data is specific to professional and technical services, so it may not fully represent the entire corporate landscape.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Professional and Technical Services, Except Legal Services: Other Direct Credits (Charges) to Retained Earnings (Net) [QFRD122PTSUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025