31) To the Extent That the Price or Nonprice Terms Applied to Separately Managed Accounts Established with Investment Advisers Have Tightened or Eased Over the Past Three Months (as Reflected in Your Responses to Questions 29 and 30), 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
CTQ31B7MINR • 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 competitive dynamics among financial institutions in investment advisory markets. Highlights institutional strategies for market expansion.
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
Tracks aggressive competition from financial institutions in managed account sectors. Indicates market entry and competitive pressures.
Methodology
Survey-based assessment of institutional competitive strategies.
Historical Context
Used by financial strategists to understand market positioning and rivalry.
Key Facts
- Measures inter-institutional competitive strategies
- Reflects market entry dynamics
- Indicates financial sector adaptability
FAQs
Q: What drives institutional competition in financial markets?
A: Factors include market share, innovative services, and competitive pricing strategies.
Q: How do institutions compete in investment advisory markets?
A: Through unique service offerings, competitive rates, and specialized investment approaches.
Q: Why is competitive analysis important?
A: Helps understand market trends, potential innovations, and strategic positioning.
Q: Can competition benefit investors?
A: Increased competition often leads to better services, lower fees, and more innovative financial products.
Q: How frequently do competitive landscapes change?
A: Market dynamics can shift quarterly or annually based on economic conditions and institutional strategies.
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74) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which Consumer ABS (for Example, Backed by Credit Card Receivables or Auto Loans) Are Funded Changed?| B. Terms for Most Favored Clients, as a Consequence of Breadth, Duration And/or Extent of Relationship | 4. Collateral Spreads Over Relevant Benchmark (Effective Financing Rates). | Answer Type: Eased Considerably
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68) Over the Past Three Months, How Has Demand for Term Funding with a Maturity Greater Than 30 Days of Non-Agency RMBS by Your Institution's Clients Changed?| Answer Type: Remained Basically Unchanged
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23) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Price Terms (for Example, Financing Rates) Offered to Insurance Companies as Reflected Across the Entire Spectrum of Securities Financing and Otc Derivatives Transaction Types Changed, Regardless of Nonprice Terms?| Answer Type: Tightened Somewhat
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70) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which CMBS Are Funded Changed?| B. Terms for Most Favored Clients, as a Consequence of Breadth, Duration And/or Extent of Relationship | 3. Haircuts. | Answer Type: Remained Basically Unchanged
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71) Over the Past Three Months, How Has Demand for Funding of CMBS by Your Institution's Clients Changed?| Answer Type: Remained Basically Unchanged
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44) Over the Past Three Months, How Have Initial Margin Requirements Set by Your Institution with Respect to Otc Equity Derivatives Changed?| A. Initial Margin Requirements for Average Clients. | Answer Type: Increased Somewhat
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Institutional Competition (CTQ31B7MINR), retrieved from FRED.