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?| B. Possible Reasons for Easing | 1. Improvement in Current or Expected Financial Strength of Counterparties. | Answer Type: First in Importance
ALLQ19B1MINR • 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 primary reasons for easing terms in mutual funds, ETFs, pension plans, and endowments. Highlights improvements in financial counterparty strength.
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 key motivations behind financial instrument term adjustments. Reflects broader economic and financial market conditions.
Methodology
Survey-based data collection from financial institutions.
Historical Context
Used to understand shifts in institutional investment landscape.
Key Facts
- Indicates counterparty financial strength improvements
- Reflects institutional investment market dynamics
- Measures term adjustment motivations
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: Tracks primary reasons for easing financial terms across investment vehicles. Focuses on counterparty financial strength.
Q: Why are these term changes significant?
A: They reflect broader economic conditions and financial market sentiment. Indicate potential investment opportunities.
Q: How frequently is this data collected?
A: Typically gathered through periodic financial institution surveys.
Q: Who finds this information useful?
A: Investors, financial analysts, and economic researchers use this to understand market conditions.
Q: What does 'first in importance' mean?
A: Indicates the most significant factor driving financial term adjustments in the survey.
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40) Over the Past Three Months, How Has the Duration and Persistence of Mark and Collateral Disputes with Clients of Each of the Following Types Changed?| B. Hedge Funds. | Answer Type: Decreased Considerably
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37) To the Extent That the Price or Nonprice Terms Applied to Nonfinancial Corporations Have Tightened or Eased over the Past Three Months (as Reflected in Your Responses to Questions 35 and 36), 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: 3rd Most Important
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Financial Terms Easing (ALLQ19B1MINR), retrieved from FRED.