Treasury Long-Term Average (Over 10 Years), Inflation-Indexed
DLTIIT • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2.50
Year-over-Year Change
-1.57%
Date Range
10/7/2021 - 8/6/2025
Summary
The Treasury Long-Term Average (Over 10 Years), Inflation-Indexed tracks the real interest rate for long-term government securities adjusted for expected inflation. This metric provides crucial insights into investor expectations and the underlying economic conditions affecting long-term investment strategies.
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 economic indicator represents the inflation-adjusted yield on U.S. Treasury securities with maturities over 10 years, reflecting the real cost of borrowing and expected long-term economic performance. Economists use this measure to understand market expectations about future economic conditions and real investment returns.
Methodology
The data is calculated by the U.S. Treasury by comparing nominal long-term bond yields with inflation expectations derived from market-based indicators.
Historical Context
Policymakers and investors use this trend to assess long-term economic outlook, inform monetary policy decisions, and evaluate real investment returns.
Key Facts
- Measures real long-term interest rates after accounting for inflation
- Provides insight into market expectations of future economic conditions
- Critical for understanding long-term investment and borrowing costs
FAQs
Q: What does an inflation-indexed Treasury rate indicate?
A: It shows the real return on government securities after accounting for expected inflation, reflecting the actual economic value of the investment.
Q: How do investors use this data?
A: Investors analyze this trend to make informed decisions about long-term investments, comparing real returns across different asset classes and economic conditions.
Q: How is this different from nominal interest rates?
A: Unlike nominal rates, inflation-indexed rates provide a more accurate picture of purchasing power and real economic returns by removing the impact of expected inflation.
Q: Why is this important for economic policy?
A: Policymakers use this indicator to understand market expectations, inform monetary policy decisions, and assess the overall economic outlook.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated regularly by the U.S. Treasury, with most sources providing daily or weekly updates of these long-term rates.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Treasury Long-Term Average (Over 10 Years), Inflation-Indexed [DLTIIT], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025