60) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which Equities Are Funded (Including Through Stock Loan) Changed?| A. Terms for Average Clients | 2. Maximum Maturity. | Answer Type: Eased Somewhat
ALLQ60A2ESNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks changes in the maximum maturity terms for equity funding over a three-month period. It provides insights into the lending and stock loan market's flexibility and risk appetite.
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
The trend measures how lending terms for equity funding have eased or tightened, reflecting broader market sentiment and financial institutions' risk assessment. Economists use this metric to understand credit market conditions and potential shifts in investment strategies.
Methodology
Data is collected through surveys of financial institutions and market participants, tracking changes in maximum loan maturity for equity-related funding.
Historical Context
This indicator helps policymakers and investors gauge credit market conditions and potential shifts in financial market liquidity.
Key Facts
- Indicates changes in maximum maturity for equity funding over three months
- Reflects financial institutions' risk assessment and market sentiment
- Provides insights into credit market flexibility
FAQs
Q: What does 'eased somewhat' mean in this context?
A: It suggests that lending terms for equity funding have become slightly more flexible, with potentially longer maximum loan maturities or more relaxed conditions.
Q: Why are changes in equity funding terms important?
A: These changes can indicate shifts in market confidence, risk perception, and overall economic conditions affecting investment and lending.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: Typically, this type of Federal Reserve data is updated quarterly, providing a snapshot of recent market conditions.
Q: How do investors use this information?
A: Investors analyze these trends to understand market liquidity, potential investment opportunities, and overall financial market health.
Q: What limitations exist in this data?
A: The data represents a specific segment of the market and may not capture all nuanced changes in equity funding across different sectors or institution types.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, 60) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which Equities Are Funded (Including Through Stock Loan) Changed?| A. Terms for Average Clients | 2. Maximum Maturity. | Answer Type: Eased Somewhat [ALLQ60A2ESNR], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025