10-Year 0.25% Treasury Inflation-Indexed Note, Due 7/15/2029
DTP10L29 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.07
Year-over-Year Change
-5.12%
Date Range
10/7/2021 - 8/6/2025
Summary
The 10-Year Treasury Inflation-Indexed Note tracks real interest rates for inflation-protected government securities with a specific maturity date. This financial instrument provides investors and economists critical insights into market expectations of future inflation and real economic returns.
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
Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS) are government bonds designed to protect investors from inflation by adjusting the principal based on changes in the Consumer Price Index. Economists and investors use these securities to gauge market sentiment about long-term inflation expectations and real interest rates.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the U.S. Treasury through periodic auctions and ongoing market trading, with values adjusted for inflation using the Consumer Price Index.
Historical Context
Central banks and policymakers use this data to understand market expectations, inform monetary policy decisions, and assess long-term economic trends.
Key Facts
- TIPS principal adjusts with inflation, protecting investor purchasing power
- Provides a market-based measure of inflation expectations
- Offers lower nominal yields compared to traditional Treasury bonds
FAQs
Q: What makes TIPS different from regular Treasury bonds?
A: TIPS adjust their principal value with inflation, ensuring investors maintain purchasing power. Regular Treasury bonds have fixed principal amounts.
Q: How do investors use TIPS in their portfolios?
A: Investors use TIPS as a hedge against inflation and to diversify investment strategies. They provide a low-risk way to protect against potential currency devaluation.
Q: How is the inflation adjustment calculated?
A: The principal is adjusted based on changes in the Consumer Price Index (CPI), with both principal and interest payments varying with inflation rates.
Q: What economic signals do TIPS provide?
A: TIPS reveal market expectations about future inflation and can help policymakers understand economic sentiment and potential inflationary pressures.
Q: How often are TIPS data updated?
A: TIPS data is typically updated monthly, reflecting the most recent Consumer Price Index changes and market trading conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, 10-Year 0.25% Treasury Inflation-Indexed Note, Due 7/15/2029 [DTP10L29], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025