19) To the Extent That the Price or Nonprice Terms Applied to Mutual Funds, ETFs, Pension Plans, and Endowments Have Tightened or Eased Over the Past Three Months (as Reflected in Your Responses to Questions 17 and 18), What Are the Most Important Reasons for the Change?| B. Possible Reasons for Easing | 7. More-Aggressive Competition from Other Institutions. | Answer Type: First In Importance

CTQ19B7MINR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

0.00

Year-over-Year Change

N/A%

Date Range

1/1/2012 - 4/1/2025

Summary

Tracks institutional competitive dynamics in financial markets. Measures how mutual funds and ETFs perceive competitive pressures affecting lending and investment terms.

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 trend reflects competitive factors influencing financial institutions' strategic decision-making. It provides insights into market dynamics and institutional behavior.

Methodology

Data collected through quarterly survey of financial institutions' competitive assessments.

Historical Context

Used by regulators and financial analysts to understand market competitive landscape.

Key Facts

  • Quarterly competitive assessment indicator
  • Reflects institutional lending environment
  • Measures inter-institutional competitive pressures

FAQs

Q: What does this economic indicator measure?

A: Tracks competitive dynamics among financial institutions, focusing on mutual funds and ETFs.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: Collected and reported quarterly by financial institutions.

Q: Why is this trend important?

A: Provides insights into market competitiveness and institutional strategic behaviors.

Q: Who uses this economic data?

A: Regulators, financial analysts, and institutional investors monitor these trends.

Q: What limitations exist in this data?

A: Represents perceptual assessments, which may vary by institutional perspective.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Mutual Fund Competition Trends (CTQ19B7MINR), retrieved from FRED.
19) To the Extent That the Price or Nonprice Terms Applied to Mutual Funds, ETFs, Pension Plans, and Endowments Have Tightened or Eased Over the Past Three Months (as Reflected in Your Responses to Questions 17 and 18), What Are the Most Important Reasons for the Change?| B. Possible Reasons for Easing | 7. More-Aggressive Competition from Other Institutions. | Answer Type: First In Importance | US Economic Trends