41) Over the Past Three Months, How Have Nonprice Terms Incorporated in New or Renegotiated OTC Derivatives Master Agreements Put in Place with Your Institution's Clients Changed?| D. Triggers and Covenants. | Answer Type: Remained Basically Unchanged

OTCDQ41DRBUNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

18.00

Year-over-Year Change

-5.26%

Date Range

10/1/2011 - 4/1/2025

Summary

Monitors changes in nonprice terms for OTC derivatives master agreements. Provides insights into derivative contract standardization and market practices.

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 indicator tracks evolution of legal and operational terms in over-the-counter derivatives agreements. It reflects market adaptation and standardization efforts.

Methodology

Survey-based data collection from financial institutions reporting agreement changes.

Historical Context

Used by financial regulators and derivatives market participants to understand contractual trends.

Key Facts

  • Tracks changes in derivatives agreement terms
  • Reflects market standardization efforts
  • Indicates regulatory and market evolution

FAQs

Q: What are OTC derivatives master agreements?

A: Legal contracts governing over-the-counter derivatives transactions between financial institutions.

Q: Why monitor nonprice terms?

A: These terms reveal market practices, risk management approaches, and regulatory compliance.

Q: How often do these terms change?

A: Changes are typically incremental and tracked quarterly.

Q: Who is interested in these agreement terms?

A: Regulators, financial institutions, and derivatives market participants monitor these trends.

Q: What does 'remained basically unchanged' mean?

A: Indicates minimal significant modifications to standard contract terms during the reporting period.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, OTC Derivatives Master Agreements (OTCDQ41DRBUNR), retrieved from FRED.