37) To the Extent That the Price or Nonprice Terms Applied to Nonfinancial Corporations Have Tightened or Eased Over the Past Three Months (as Reflected in Your Responses to Questions 35 and 36), What Are the Most Important Reasons for the Change?| A. Possible Reasons for Tightening | 3. Adoption of More-Stringent Market Conventions (That Is, Collateral Terms and Agreements, ISDA Protocols). | Answer Type: 2nd Most Important
CTQ37A32MINR • 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 market lending conventions for nonfinancial corporations. Measures changes in credit market standards related to financial agreements and protocols.
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 reflects shifts in lending standards, specifically focusing on more stringent market conventions and agreement terms.
Methodology
Data collected through survey of financial institutions and market participants.
Historical Context
Used by regulators and financial analysts to assess credit market conditions.
Key Facts
- Indicates tightening of market lending protocols
- Reflects changes in financial agreement standards
- Important for assessing corporate credit conditions
FAQs
Q: What do market conventions mean in lending?
A: Market conventions are standardized terms and agreements that govern financial transactions and lending practices.
Q: Why are more stringent market conventions important?
A: They help manage risk and create more transparent lending environments for financial institutions.
Q: How often are these lending standards updated?
A: Market conventions can change quarterly based on economic conditions and financial sector assessments.
Q: Do these conventions affect small businesses?
A: Yes, changes in lending standards can impact credit availability and borrowing costs for corporations.
Q: Who tracks these market conventions?
A: Federal Reserve and financial regulatory bodies monitor these lending standard changes.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Market Lending Conventions (CTQ37A32MINR), retrieved from FRED.