ICE BofA Emerging Markets Corporate Plus Index Effective Yield
BAMLEMCBPIEY • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
5.45
Year-over-Year Change
-1.80%
Date Range
10/26/2021 - 8/7/2025
Summary
The ICE BofA Emerging Markets Corporate Plus Index Effective Yield tracks the average yield of corporate bonds from emerging market economies. This metric provides critical insight into the risk and return potential of corporate debt in developing financial 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
This index represents the weighted average effective yield of corporate bonds issued by companies in emerging markets, reflecting their borrowing costs and overall financial health. Economists and investors use this indicator to assess the relative attractiveness and risk of emerging market corporate debt investments.
Methodology
The yield is calculated by weighing the effective interest rates of corporate bonds across various emerging market countries, taking into account factors like credit quality, maturity, and market conditions.
Historical Context
Policymakers and investors use this index to evaluate global investment opportunities, assess economic risks, and make informed decisions about international portfolio allocations.
Key Facts
- Measures corporate bond yields across multiple emerging economies
- Provides a comprehensive view of emerging market corporate debt performance
- Reflects global investment risk and economic conditions
FAQs
Q: What does this index tell investors?
A: The index reveals the average yield of corporate bonds in emerging markets, indicating potential returns and investment risks.
Q: How often is this index updated?
A: The index is typically updated regularly, reflecting current market conditions and corporate bond performance.
Q: Why are emerging market corporate bond yields important?
A: These yields help investors understand the economic health and borrowing costs of companies in developing economies.
Q: How can this index impact investment strategies?
A: Investors use this index to compare potential returns and risks across different emerging market corporate bond portfolios.
Q: What factors influence this index?
A: Factors include global economic conditions, country-specific risks, corporate financial performance, and international monetary policies.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, ICE BofA Emerging Markets Corporate Plus Index Effective Yield [BAMLEMCBPIEY], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025