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?| B. Possible Reasons for Easing | 3. Adoption of Less-Stringent Market Conventions (That is, Collateral Terms and Agreements, Isda Protocols). | Answer Type: First in Importance
ALLQ37B3MINR • 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
Tracks primary reasons for easing lending terms for nonfinancial corporations. Provides insight into evolving corporate credit market conditions.
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
Measures shifts in market conventions and lending protocols for corporate borrowing. Reflects changes in credit market dynamics.
Methodology
Surveyed through financial institution reporting on lending practices.
Historical Context
Used by economists to understand corporate credit market trends.
Key Facts
- Indicates corporate lending flexibility
- Reflects market risk perception changes
- Signals potential economic adaptability
FAQs
Q: What are ISDA protocols?
A: International financial agreements standardizing derivatives and lending terms. Help reduce market complexity.
Q: How do market conventions impact lending?
A: Less-stringent conventions can increase credit availability and reduce borrowing costs.
Q: Why track nonfinancial corporate lending terms?
A: Provides early indicators of economic conditions and business investment potential.
Q: What causes lending terms to ease?
A: Factors include reduced market risk, increased competition, and improved economic outlook.
Q: How frequently are these terms updated?
A: Typically surveyed quarterly to capture recent market changes and trends.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Nonfinancial Corporate Lending Terms (ALLQ37B3MINR), retrieved from FRED.