32.5-Year High Quality Market (HQM) Corporate Bond Spot Rate
HQMCB32Y6M • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
6.07
Year-over-Year Change
9.17%
Date Range
1/1/1984 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The 32.5-Year High Quality Market (HQM) Corporate Bond Spot Rate tracks long-term corporate bond yields for high-quality debt instruments. This metric provides critical insights into corporate borrowing costs and market expectations for long-term 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
The HQM Corporate Bond Spot Rate represents a sophisticated measure of corporate bond yields across different maturities, offering economists a nuanced view of credit market conditions. It reflects the theoretical yield of zero-coupon bonds with specific maturity characteristics, helping analysts assess corporate debt pricing and market sentiment.
Methodology
The rate is calculated by the Federal Reserve using a comprehensive methodology that considers high-quality corporate bond market data and yield curve characteristics.
Historical Context
Policymakers and investors use this rate to evaluate long-term corporate credit markets, assess economic expectations, and inform investment and monetary policy decisions.
Key Facts
- Represents yields for high-quality corporate bonds at the 32.5-year maturity point
- Provides a standardized measure of long-term corporate borrowing costs
- Used by economists and investors to assess market conditions and credit pricing
FAQs
Q: What makes this a 'High Quality Market' rate?
A: The HQM rate focuses on corporate bonds from issuers with strong credit ratings and financial stability. It excludes lower-quality or high-risk corporate debt.
Q: How often is this rate updated?
A: The Federal Reserve typically updates this rate regularly, reflecting current market conditions and corporate bond market dynamics.
Q: Why is the 32.5-year maturity significant?
A: This specific maturity point provides a unique perspective on long-term corporate borrowing costs and market expectations beyond standard benchmark periods.
Q: How do investors use this rate?
A: Investors analyze this rate to compare corporate bond yields, assess relative value, and make informed fixed-income investment decisions.
Q: What limitations should be considered when interpreting this rate?
A: The rate represents a specific market segment and should be considered alongside other economic indicators for comprehensive analysis.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, 32.5-Year High Quality Market (HQM) Corporate Bond Spot Rate [HQMCB32Y6M], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025