noun
internal reserves; retained earnings
Business term for profits kept within a company rather than distributed to shareholders.
企業は将来の投資のために内部留保を増やしている。
Companies are increasing their internal reserves for future investment.
利益剰余金 is a more formal accounting term for retained earnings, while 内部留保 is a broader business term often used in economic discussions.
Compound of 内部 (internal) and 留保 (retention, reservation).