ICE BofA Private Sector Issuers Emerging Markets Corporate Plus Index Option-Adjusted Spread
BAMLEMPTPRVICRPIOAS • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.84
Year-over-Year Change
1.66%
Date Range
10/28/2021 - 8/11/2025
Summary
The ICE BofA Private Sector Issuers Emerging Markets Corporate Plus Index Option-Adjusted Spread measures the credit risk premium for corporate bonds in emerging markets. This metric provides critical insights into global financial market sentiment and perceived risk for 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 the spread between emerging market corporate bond yields and a benchmark risk-free rate, adjusted for embedded options. Economists and investors use this spread to assess credit market conditions, risk perception, and potential investment opportunities in developing economies.
Methodology
The spread is calculated by comparing the option-adjusted yield of emerging market corporate bonds to a benchmark Treasury rate, accounting for potential embedded options in the bonds.
Historical Context
Policymakers and financial analysts use this spread as a key indicator of global financial market stress and corporate credit risk in emerging economies.
Key Facts
- Measures credit risk premium for emerging market corporate bonds
- Provides insights into global financial market sentiment
- Helps investors assess potential risks in developing economies
FAQs
Q: What does this spread indicate about emerging market investments?
A: A wider spread suggests higher perceived risk, while a narrower spread indicates more confidence in emerging market corporate debt.
Q: How do changes in this spread impact investment decisions?
A: Investors use this spread to gauge potential returns and risks when considering investments in emerging market corporate bonds.
Q: How is the option-adjustment calculated in this index?
A: The option-adjustment accounts for potential embedded options in bonds that might affect their yield and risk characteristics.
Q: Why is this spread important for global economic analysis?
A: It provides a key indicator of credit market conditions and risk perception in developing economies, influencing global investment strategies.
Q: How frequently is this index updated?
A: The index is typically updated regularly, with most data sources providing daily or weekly updates to reflect current market conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, ICE BofA Private Sector Issuers Emerging Markets Corporate Plus Index Option-Adjusted Spread [BAMLEMPTPRVICRPIOAS], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025