Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Professional and Technical Services, Except Legal Services: Inventories

QFR214PTSUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

19,853.00

Year-over-Year Change

12.53%

Date Range

10/1/2009 - 1/1/2025

Summary

Tracks inventory levels for professional and technical services corporations. Offers crucial insights into sector-specific inventory management and economic activity.

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

This metric represents the total inventory holdings of professional and technical service companies. It reflects business investment and operational preparedness.

Methodology

Collected through quarterly financial reporting by corporations in the professional services sector.

Historical Context

Used by economists to analyze business investment and sector economic health.

Key Facts

  • Measures inventory levels in technical service industries
  • Reflects business investment and operational strategy
  • Quarterly reporting provides current economic insights

FAQs

Q: What does this inventory metric track?

A: It measures inventory holdings for professional and technical service corporations.

Q: Why are inventory levels important?

A: They indicate business investment, operational preparedness, and potential economic activity.

Q: How frequently is the data updated?

A: The inventory data is collected and reported on a quarterly basis.

Q: What industries are included?

A: Professional and technical services, excluding legal services, are covered in this report.

Q: How can economists use this data?

A: It provides insights into business investment and economic health of the service sector.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations (QFR214PTSUSNO), retrieved from FRED.