26) How Has the Intensity of Efforts by Insurance Companies to Negotiate More Favorable Price and Nonprice Terms Changed over the Past Three Months?| Answer Type: Increased Somewhat
ALLQ26ISNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 1/1/2025
Summary
Tracks insurance companies' negotiation efforts for pricing and contract terms. Provides insight into market dynamics and competitive strategies in the insurance industry.
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
This metric measures changes in insurance companies' bargaining intensity over quarterly periods. It reflects market competitiveness and strategic positioning.
Methodology
Surveyed through quarterly assessments of insurance industry negotiation practices.
Historical Context
Used by regulators and investors to understand insurance market dynamics.
Key Facts
- Quarterly tracking of negotiation efforts
- Indicates market competitiveness
- Reflects strategic insurance industry trends
FAQs
Q: What does this metric reveal about insurance markets?
A: It shows how aggressively insurers negotiate pricing and contract terms each quarter.
Q: Why are negotiation efforts important?
A: They indicate market competitiveness and potential cost changes for consumers.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The metric is typically updated on a quarterly basis.
Q: Can this metric predict market trends?
A: It provides insights into potential shifts in insurance market strategies.
Q: Who uses this economic indicator?
A: Investors, regulators, and insurance industry analysts rely on this data.
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38) How Has the Intensity of Efforts by Nonfinancial Corporations to Negotiate More Favorable Price and Nonprice Terms Changed Over the Past Three Months?| Answer Type: Remained Basically Unchanged
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Insurance Negotiation Intensity (ALLQ26ISNR), retrieved from FRED.