Operating Expenses
Professional fees
State Street Professional fees decreased by 5.5% to $104.00M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter. This increase may warrant attention — for this metric, lower values are generally preferred.
Analysis
StatementIncome Statement
SectionOperating Expenses
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityModerate
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ1 2026
How to read this metric
An increase often signals heightened regulatory scrutiny, major transformation projects, or legal challenges, whereas a decrease suggests stable operations.
Detailed definition
This metric includes payments made to third-party legal, accounting, consulting, and advisory firms for specialized serv...
Peer comparison
Standard line item across all public companies; high levels relative to peers can indicate complex litigation or aggressive restructuring.
Metric ID:
professional_feesHistorical Data
2 periods
| Q1 '25 | Q1 '26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Value | $110.00M | $104.00M |
| QoQ Change | — | -5.5% |
| YoY Change | — | -5.5% |
Range$104.00M – $110.00M
Avg YoY Growth-5.5%
Median YoY Growth-5.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is State Street's professional fees?
- State Street (STT) reported professional fees of $104.00M in Q1 2026.
- What does professional fees mean?
- The total expenditure on external legal, consulting, and professional advisory services.