73) Over the Past Three Months, How Have Liquidity and Functioning in the Cmbs Market Changed?| Answer Type: Deteriorated Somewhat
ALLQ73EONR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
-100.00%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 1/1/2025
Summary
This trend tracks the perceived liquidity and market functioning of Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (CMBS) over a three-month period. The metric provides critical insights into the health and stress levels of commercial real estate financing markets.
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 indicator reflects expert survey responses about changes in market conditions for commercial mortgage-backed securities. Economists use this metric to assess potential systemic risks and market sentiment in commercial real estate lending.
Methodology
Data is collected through expert surveys and aggregated by the Federal Reserve to capture qualitative assessments of market conditions.
Historical Context
This trend is used by policymakers and investors to gauge potential stress in commercial real estate and credit markets.
Key Facts
- Measures perceived changes in CMBS market conditions
- Reflects expert survey responses over three-month periods
- Indicates potential stress in commercial real estate financing
FAQs
Q: What does CMBS stand for?
A: CMBS stands for Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities, which are investment products backed by commercial real estate loans.
Q: Why are CMBS market conditions important?
A: CMBS market conditions reflect the health of commercial real estate lending and can signal broader economic trends and potential financial risks.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The survey is typically conducted quarterly, providing periodic snapshots of market conditions.
Q: Who uses this data?
A: Investors, financial analysts, policymakers, and real estate professionals use this data to assess market health and make strategic decisions.
Q: What does 'Deteriorated Somewhat' mean?
A: This indicates a modest decline in market liquidity and functioning compared to previous periods, suggesting potential emerging challenges.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, 73) Over the Past Three Months, How Have Liquidity and Functioning in the Cmbs Market Changed?| Answer Type: Deteriorated Somewhat [ALLQ73EONR], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025