Interest Rates: 3-Month or 90-Day Rates and Yields: Eurodollar Deposits: Total for United States
Quarterly
IR3TED01USQ156N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.17
Year-over-Year Change
-93.03%
Date Range
1/1/1960 - 4/1/2021
Summary
This quarterly economic trend measures the yield on 3-month U.S. Treasury bills, a key indicator of short-term interest rates and overall financial market conditions.
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 3-month Treasury bill yield represents the annualized return an investor would receive from holding a 3-month U.S. government debt security. It is a widely followed benchmark for short-term interest rates and a barometer of market expectations about monetary policy.
Methodology
The data is collected by the U.S. Federal Reserve through its weekly auction of 3-month Treasury bills.
Historical Context
The 3-month Treasury yield is closely watched by policymakers, investors, and analysts for signals about the economic outlook and the Federal Reserve's monetary policy stance.
Key Facts
- The 3-month Treasury yield represents the annualized return on a 3-month U.S. government debt security.
- Treasury bill yields are a key indicator of short-term interest rates and financial market conditions.
- The 3-month Treasury yield is closely watched by policymakers, investors, and analysts.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures the yield on 3-month U.S. Treasury bills, which represents the annualized return an investor would receive from holding a 3-month U.S. government debt security.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The 3-month Treasury yield is a widely followed benchmark for short-term interest rates and a barometer of market expectations about monetary policy, making it highly relevant for policymakers, investors, and analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by the U.S. Federal Reserve through its weekly auction of 3-month Treasury bills.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The 3-month Treasury yield is closely watched by policymakers, investors, and analysts for signals about the economic outlook and the Federal Reserve's monetary policy stance.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The 3-month Treasury yield data is updated weekly by the Federal Reserve, with minimal delays or limitations.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, 3-Month Treasury Bill: Secondary Market Rate (IR3TED01USQ156N), retrieved from FRED.