56) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which High-Yield Corporate Bonds Are Funded Changed?| A. Terms for Average Clients | 3. Haircuts. | Answer Type: Tightened Somewhat
ALLQ56A3TSNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3.00
Year-over-Year Change
50.00%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 1/1/2025
Summary
Tracks changes in haircut terms for high-yield corporate bond funding. Provides insight into credit market risk perception and lending 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
This metric measures how lending terms for high-yield corporate bonds have adjusted. It reflects market sentiment and potential credit constraints.
Methodology
Surveyed from financial institutions reporting lending term modifications.
Historical Context
Used by investors and policymakers to assess corporate credit market dynamics.
Key Facts
- Indicates tightening of bond funding terms
- Reflects market risk perception
- Important for credit market analysis
FAQs
Q: What does a haircut mean in bond funding?
A: A haircut represents the difference between a bond's market value and its lending value. It reflects perceived risk.
Q: Why are high-yield bond funding terms important?
A: They signal credit market health and potential investment risks for corporate borrowing.
Q: How often are these terms updated?
A: Typically surveyed quarterly to track evolving market conditions.
Q: What causes changes in bond funding terms?
A: Market volatility, economic conditions, and perceived corporate credit risks drive term adjustments.
Q: Can these terms predict economic trends?
A: They can provide early signals of potential economic contraction or expansion.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, High-Yield Corporate Bond Funding Terms (ALLQ56A3TSNR), retrieved from FRED.