25) To the Extent That the Price or Nonprice Terms Applied to Insurance Companies Have Tightened or Eased Over the Past Three Months (as Reflected in Your Responses to Questions 23 and 24), What Are the Most Important Reasons for the Change?| A. Possible Reasons for Tightening | 1. Deterioration in Current or Expected Financial Strength of Counterparties. | Answer Type: First In Importance
CTQ25A1MINR • 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
Measures primary reasons for tightening insurance company lending terms. Highlights key factors influencing financial counterparty risk assessment.
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 indicator tracks the most important reasons for changes in insurance company lending conditions. It provides insights into financial sector risk perception.
Methodology
Survey-based data collection from financial institutions assessing lending environment.
Historical Context
Critical for understanding insurance sector credit risk and market conditions.
Key Facts
- Focuses on counterparty financial strength assessment
- Indicates potential market risk perceptions
- Important for financial sector analysis
FAQs
Q: What does counterparty financial strength mean?
A: Evaluates the financial health and reliability of lending partners in insurance markets.
Q: Why track lending term changes?
A: Provides early signals of potential financial market stress or stability.
Q: How do these terms impact insurance companies?
A: Directly influences lending costs, risk assessment, and financial strategy.
Q: What factors affect lending terms?
A: Current and expected financial performance, market conditions, and risk perception.
Q: How frequently are these assessments made?
A: Typically conducted quarterly to capture evolving market dynamics.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Insurance Lending Terms (CTQ25A1MINR), retrieved from FRED.