56) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which High-Yield Corporate Bonds Are Funded Changed?| B. Terms for Most Favored Clients, as a Consequence of Breadth, Duration And/or Extent of Relationship | 4. Collateral Spreads over Relevant Benchmark (Effective Financing Rates). | Answer Type: Tightened Considerably
ALLQ56B4TCNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 1/1/2025
Summary
Tracks changes in high-yield corporate bond funding terms for most favored clients. Provides critical insight into 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 collateral spread changes for high-yield corporate bond funding. Indicates credit market tightness and lending conditions.
Methodology
Quarterly survey of financial institutions reporting changes in bond funding terms.
Historical Context
Used by credit analysts and investors to assess corporate bond market dynamics.
Key Facts
- Quarterly credit market survey
- Focuses on most favored clients
- Indicates lending environment changes
FAQs
Q: What does 'tightened considerably' mean?
A: Indicates significant reduction in favorable lending terms for high-yield corporate bonds.
Q: Why are collateral spreads important?
A: They reflect the risk premium and lending conditions in corporate bond markets.
Q: How do these terms impact investors?
A: Tighter terms can signal increased risk perception and potentially higher borrowing costs.
Q: Who compiles this data?
A: The Federal Reserve conducts this quarterly survey of financial institutions.
Q: What does 'most favored clients' mean?
A: Refers to clients with the best credit ratings and longest banking relationships.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, High-Yield Corporate Bond Funding Terms (ALLQ56B4TCNR), retrieved from FRED.