19) To the Extent That the Price or Nonprice Terms Applied to Mutual Funds, Etfs, Pension Plans, and Endowments Have Tightened or Eased over the Past Three Months (as Reflected in Your Responses to Questions 17 and 18), What Are the Most Important Reasons for the Change?| A. Possible Reasons for Tightening | 6. Worsening in General Market Liquidity and Functioning. | Answer Type: First in Importance
ALLQ19A6MINR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
1/1/2012 - 1/1/2025
Summary
Examines key reasons for tightening market conditions for mutual funds, ETFs, and institutional investors. Highlights changes in market liquidity and functioning.
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
Tracks primary factors influencing investment market conditions. Provides insights into broader financial market dynamics.
Methodology
Survey-based data collection from financial market participants.
Historical Context
Used to understand market stress and liquidity challenges.
Key Facts
- Highlights worsening market liquidity
- First-priority factor in market condition changes
- Important for institutional investment strategies
FAQs
Q: What does worsening market liquidity mean?
A: Indicates reduced ease of buying or selling assets without significant price changes. Suggests increased market friction.
Q: Why is market liquidity important?
A: Reflects overall market health and efficiency. Impacts investment strategies and asset pricing.
Q: How does market liquidity affect investments?
A: Lower liquidity can increase transaction costs and reduce investment flexibility for funds and institutions.
Q: What types of investments are affected?
A: Mutual funds, ETFs, pension plans, and endowments are primarily impacted by market liquidity changes.
Q: How frequently do these conditions change?
A: Market conditions can shift quarterly or even more frequently based on economic and financial factors.
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31) To the Extent That the Price or Nonprice Terms Applied to Separately Managed Accounts Established with Investment Advisers Have Tightened or Eased over the Past Three Months (as Reflected in Your Responses to Questions 29 and 30), What Are the Most Important Reasons for the Change?| A. Possible Reasons for Tightening | 2. Reduced Willingness of Your Institution to Take on Risk. | Answer Type: First in Importance
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Market Conditions (ALLQ19A6MINR), retrieved from FRED.