France professional and technical services index
France professional and technical services index stood at 121.1 in Jul 2026, according to INSEE – Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques (BDM). It is one of the indicators in the Services production and turnover table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Mar 2005 to Jul 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Services production and turnover table
| Indicator | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | 10-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professional, scientific and technical activities (NAF rev. 2, lev. Section, item M) | 121.1 | 122.36 | 121.12 | 120.57 | 121.26 | 120.19 | 121.63 | 121.33 | 118.63 | 121.51 | |
| Administrative and support service activities (NAF rev. 2, lev. Section, item N) | 115.94 | 115.15 | 115.35 | 115.91 | 116.05 | 114.68 | 115.5 | 117.52 | 116.01 | 116.17 | |
| Service activities to households (NAF rev. 2, lev. section items R and S) | 163.92 | 158.49 | 157.6 | 157.15 | 154.6 | 158.09 | 155.91 | 156.99 | 152.41 | 155.56 |
Understanding france professional and technical services index
The France professional and technical services index tracks the monthly real volume of specialized knowledge-based activities, including legal counsel, accounting, management consulting, engineering design, advertising, and scientific research. This sub-index isolates intellectual and advisory services from routine administrative support, capturing the specialized inputs that drive corporate innovation and compliance. It differs from broader support measures by focusing exclusively on high-skill professional expertise.
As businesses increasingly rely on external expertise for digital transformation and regulatory compliance, this series reflects shifts in corporate strategy rather than simple consumer demand. Monthly data can experience temporary dips around standard holiday periods when professional offices scale back operations. Evaluating year-on-year comparisons helps smooth out the timing anomalies associated with annual corporate auditing and advisory cycles.
Frequently asked questions
- What professions are captured in this specific index?
- Legal, accounting, architectural, engineering, advertising, scientific research, and management consulting firms.
- How does this differ from administrative support services?
- It focuses on specialized knowledge and technical expertise rather than routine office operations or employment placement.
- Is this series sensitive to corporate budget cycles?
- Yes, spending on advisory, legal, and advertising services often mirrors corporate profitability and strategic planning.