ICE BofA US Emerging Markets Corporate Plus Index Effective Yield
BAMLEMUBCRPIUSEY • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
5.63
Year-over-Year Change
-1.57%
Date Range
10/27/2021 - 8/8/2025
Summary
The ICE BofA US Emerging Markets Corporate Plus Index Effective Yield measures the average yield of corporate bonds from emerging market companies in the United States. 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 the weighted average effective yield of US dollar-denominated emerging market corporate bonds across various sectors and credit qualities. Economists and investors use this indicator to assess the overall financial health and borrowing costs of emerging market corporate entities.
Methodology
The index is calculated by Bank of America Merrill Lynch using a market-value weighted approach that considers the effective yield of eligible corporate bonds from emerging market issuers.
Historical Context
Financial analysts and policymakers use this yield metric to evaluate investment risks, assess emerging market economic conditions, and make comparative assessments of corporate debt markets.
Key Facts
- Represents dollar-denominated emerging market corporate bonds
- Provides insight into corporate borrowing costs in developing economies
- Reflects market-weighted average effective yield
FAQs
Q: What does this index tell investors?
A: The index reveals the average yield of emerging market corporate bonds, indicating potential returns and investment risks in developing economies.
Q: How is the effective yield calculated?
A: The yield is calculated using a market-value weighted methodology that considers the characteristics of eligible corporate bonds from emerging markets.
Q: Why is this index important for economic analysis?
A: It provides a comprehensive view of corporate borrowing costs and financial conditions in emerging market economies, helping investors and policymakers assess economic health.
Q: What factors influence this index?
A: Factors include global economic conditions, interest rates, credit ratings, and the financial performance of emerging market corporations.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The index is typically updated regularly, with most financial databases providing daily or weekly refreshed information.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, ICE BofA US Emerging Markets Corporate Plus Index Effective Yield [BAMLEMUBCRPIUSEY], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025