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?| B. Possible Reasons for Easing | 3. Adoption of Less-Stringent Market Conventions (That Is, Collateral Terms and Agreements, ISDA Protocols). | Answer Type: 2nd Most Important
CTQ37B32MINR • 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 changes in lending terms for nonfinancial corporations, focusing on market conventions and funding agreements. Provides insight into credit market flexibility and risk perception.
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 measures shifts in lending standards and market protocols for corporate financing. It reflects broader trends in credit market conditions.
Methodology
Collected through survey responses from financial institutions about lending practices.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers and investors to assess credit market dynamics and risk appetite.
Key Facts
- Indicates changes in lending market flexibility
- Reflects institutional risk assessment
- Important for understanding credit market trends
FAQs
Q: What do changes in lending terms mean for businesses?
A: Changes can impact borrowing costs and availability of credit for corporations. Easier terms typically suggest more favorable lending conditions.
Q: How often are these lending terms surveyed?
A: Typically surveyed quarterly to track ongoing changes in credit market conditions.
Q: Why are market conventions important in lending?
A: They establish standardized practices that reduce risk and increase efficiency in financial transactions.
Q: How do these terms affect economic growth?
A: More flexible lending terms can stimulate business investment and economic expansion.
Q: What limitations exist in this data?
A: Survey-based data reflects perceptions and may not capture all market nuances.
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62) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which Agency Rmbs Are Funded Changed?| B. Terms for Most Favored Clients, as a Consequence of Breadth, Duration And/or Extent of Relationship | 2. Maximum Maturity. | Answer Type: Tightened Considerably
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62) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which Agency Rmbs Are Funded Changed?| A. Terms for Average Clients | 2. Maximum Maturity. | Answer Type: Tightened Considerably
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70) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which Cmbs Are Funded Changed?| A. Terms for Average Clients | 1. Maximum Amount of Funding. | Answer Type: Eased Considerably
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56) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which High-Yield Corporate Bonds Are Funded Changed?| B. Terms for Most Favored Clients, as a Consequence of Breadth, Duration And/or Extent of Relationship | 1. Maximum Amount of Funding. | Answer Type: Tightened Somewhat
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Nonfinancial Corporate Lending Terms (CTQ37B32MINR), retrieved from FRED.