ICE BofA Crossover Emerging Markets Corporate Plus Index Semi-Annual Yield to Worst
BAMLEM5BCOCRPISYTW • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
5.71
Year-over-Year Change
-1.04%
Date Range
10/27/2021 - 8/8/2025
Summary
The ICE BofA Crossover Emerging Markets Corporate Plus Index Semi-Annual Yield to Worst tracks the yield performance of emerging market corporate bonds across different credit quality levels. This metric provides critical insights into the risk and return characteristics of corporate debt in developing economies.
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 index represents a comprehensive measure of yield expectations for emerging market corporate bonds, capturing both investment-grade and high-yield segments. Economists and investors use it to assess corporate credit risk, market sentiment, and potential investment opportunities in developing economies.
Methodology
The index is calculated by Bank of America using a semi-annual sampling of corporate bonds from emerging markets, weighted by market capitalization and adjusted for potential worst-case yield scenarios.
Historical Context
Financial analysts and policymakers use this index to evaluate global corporate credit markets, assess emerging market economic health, and inform international investment strategies.
Key Facts
- Covers corporate bonds across multiple emerging market economies
- Includes both investment-grade and high-yield bond segments
- Provides semi-annual yield calculations to assess potential worst-case scenarios
FAQs
Q: What does 'Yield to Worst' mean?
A: Yield to Worst represents the lowest potential yield an investor might receive from a bond without the issuer defaulting, accounting for potential early redemption scenarios.
Q: Why are emerging market corporate bonds important?
A: They offer potentially higher returns compared to developed markets, but also carry higher risk due to economic and political uncertainties in developing countries.
Q: How often is this index updated?
A: The index is calculated and reported semi-annually, providing a periodic snapshot of emerging market corporate bond performance.
Q: Who typically uses this index?
A: Institutional investors, portfolio managers, economic researchers, and financial analysts use this index to make informed investment and economic policy decisions.
Q: What are the limitations of this index?
A: The index represents a specific subset of emerging market bonds and may not capture the entire market's complexity or individual country variations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, ICE BofA Crossover Emerging Markets Corporate Plus Index Semi-Annual Yield to Worst [BAMLEM5BCOCRPISYTW], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025