Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Professional and Technical Services, Except Legal Services: Total Cash on Hand and in U.S. Banks
QFRTCASHPTSUSNO • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
151,228.00
Year-over-Year Change
-5.61%
Date Range
10/1/2009 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the total cash reserves held by U.S. corporations in the professional and technical services sector, excluding legal services. It provides critical insight into corporate liquidity and financial health for a specific industry segment.
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 the aggregate cash holdings of professional and technical service corporations, reflecting their financial capacity, investment potential, and overall economic resilience. Economists use this data to assess sector-specific financial strategies and potential investment or expansion capabilities.
Methodology
Data is collected through quarterly financial reporting and aggregated by the U.S. Federal Reserve from corporate financial statements.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers, investors, and economic analysts to understand corporate financial positioning and potential economic investment trends.
Key Facts
- Represents cash holdings for professional and technical service corporations
- Excludes legal services sector specifically
- Provides quarterly snapshot of corporate financial capacity
FAQs
Q: What does this trend indicate about corporate financial health?
A: It shows the total cash reserves of professional and technical service corporations, reflecting their financial stability and potential for investment or expansion.
Q: Why are cash reserves important for businesses?
A: Cash reserves provide financial flexibility, allow for strategic investments, and serve as a buffer against economic uncertainties.
Q: How is this data collection methodology verified?
A: The U.S. Federal Reserve collects this data through standardized quarterly financial reporting from corporations in the specified sector.
Q: How can investors use this trend?
A: Investors can assess sector financial health, potential for growth, and overall economic resilience in the professional and technical services industry.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a consistent and current view of corporate cash holdings in the sector.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly Financial Report: U.S. Corporations: All Professional and Technical Services, Except Legal Services: Total Cash on Hand and in U.S. Banks [QFRTCASHPTSUSNO], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025