30-Year 0-5/8% Treasury Inflation-Indexed Bond, Due 2/15/2043
DTP30F43 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2.42
Year-over-Year Change
-0.86%
Date Range
10/8/2021 - 8/7/2025
Summary
The 30-Year Treasury Inflation-Indexed Bond represents a long-term government security designed to protect investors against inflation by adjusting principal based on changes in the Consumer Price Index. This financial instrument provides critical insights into market expectations of future inflation and real interest rates.
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 specialized government bonds that provide a hedge against inflationary pressures by automatically increasing their principal value with inflation. Economists and investors closely monitor these securities to understand market-implied inflation expectations and real economic growth potential.
Methodology
The bond's principal value is calculated by multiplying the original principal by the ratio of the current Consumer Price Index to the CPI at the time of issuance.
Historical Context
Central banks and financial analysts use this bond's yield and pricing to assess long-term inflation expectations and make monetary policy decisions.
Key Facts
- Provides inflation protection for long-term investors
- Principal adjusts with Consumer Price Index changes
- Offers insight into market-based inflation expectations
FAQs
Q: How do Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities work?
A: TIPS adjust their principal value based on inflation, ensuring that the real value of the investment is preserved. When inflation rises, the principal increases; when deflation occurs, the principal can decrease.
Q: Why are TIPS important for investors?
A: TIPS provide a guaranteed hedge against inflation, protecting the purchasing power of invested capital over time. They are particularly attractive during periods of economic uncertainty.
Q: How is the inflation adjustment calculated?
A: The principal is multiplied by the ratio of the current Consumer Price Index to the CPI at the bond's issuance, with interest paid on the adjusted principal.
Q: What makes this specific bond unique?
A: This 30-year bond offers long-term inflation protection with a fixed coupon rate, making it attractive for investors seeking stable, inflation-adjusted returns.
Q: How often is the bond's value updated?
A: The principal value is adjusted semi-annually based on the most recent Consumer Price Index data, ensuring real-time inflation protection.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, 30-Year 0-5/8% Treasury Inflation-Indexed Bond, Due 2/15/2043 [DTP30F43], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025