Index of Prices of Fixed Interest Securities for Great Britain
This dataset tracks index of prices of fixed interest securities for great britain over time.
Latest Value
83.30
Year-over-Year Change
1.46%
Date Range
1/1/1867 - 6/1/1914
Summary
The Index of Prices of Fixed Interest Securities for Great Britain measures the price movements of fixed-rate debt instruments in the United Kingdom. This metric is closely watched by economists and investors to gauge interest rate trends and fixed-income 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
This index tracks the daily price changes of a basket of British government bonds and other fixed-income securities. It provides an overall indicator of market sentiment and liquidity in the UK bond market, which is a key driver of domestic and global financial conditions.
Methodology
The data is collected and calculated by the Bank of England based on market prices of selected fixed-interest securities.
Historical Context
This index is used by policymakers, analysts, and investors to monitor UK monetary policy and fixed-income market dynamics.
Key Facts
- The index has a base value of 100 set in January 1963.
- It tracks prices of both government and corporate fixed-rate bonds.
- The index is published daily by the Bank of England.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Index of Prices of Fixed Interest Securities for Great Britain measures the daily price movements of a basket of fixed-rate debt instruments in the UK bond market.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index provides a broad indicator of market sentiment and liquidity conditions in the UK fixed-income market, which is a key driver of domestic and global financial conditions.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and calculated by the Bank of England based on market prices of selected fixed-interest securities.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This index is closely monitored by policymakers, analysts, and investors to gauge UK monetary policy and fixed-income market dynamics.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is published daily by the Bank of England with no significant update delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Index of Prices of Fixed Interest Securities for Great Britain (M11019GBM361NNBR), retrieved from FRED.