# NEXTNQTR

The NEXTNQTR function can be used to select data from a given measure, for a specified number of quarters after the current quarter. It should be used with the SELECT clause and an aggregate function like SUM or AVERAGE. 

## Syntax

```javascript
NEXTNQTR(number_of_quarters)
```

## Arguments

number\_of\_quarters – The number of quarters for which data has to be fetched. Required.

## Return value

Period Range.

## Example

```javascript
NEXTNQTR(6) 
//Returns data for 6 quarters after the current quarter
```

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