43) Over the Past Three Months, How Have Initial Margin Requirements Set by Your Institution with Respect to OTC Interest Rate Derivatives Changed?| B. Initial Margin Requirements for Most Favored Clients, as a Consequence of Breadth, Duration, And/or Extent of Relationship. | Answer Type: Remained Basically Unchanged
OTCDQ43BRBUNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
18.00
Year-over-Year Change
12.50%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 4/1/2025
Summary
Tracks institutional changes in initial margin requirements for over-the-counter interest rate derivatives. Provides insight into financial market risk management 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 trend measures how financial institutions adjust margin requirements for derivatives trading. It reflects risk assessment and client relationship dynamics.
Methodology
Survey-based data collection from financial institutions reporting margin requirement changes.
Historical Context
Used by regulators and risk managers to understand derivative market conditions.
Key Facts
- Reflects institutional risk management strategies
- Indicates stability in derivative market conditions
- Important for understanding financial market dynamics
FAQs
Q: What are initial margin requirements?
A: Initial margin requirements are funds deposited to cover potential trading losses in derivatives transactions.
Q: Why do margin requirements matter?
A: They help manage financial risk and protect institutions from potential trading defaults.
Q: How often are these requirements updated?
A: Institutions typically review margin requirements quarterly based on market conditions.
Q: Who uses this type of data?
A: Regulators, risk managers, and financial analysts use this information to assess market stability.
Q: What does 'remained basically unchanged' indicate?
A: It suggests stable risk assessment practices with minimal recent adjustments.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Initial Margin Requirements (OTCDQ43BRBUNR), retrieved from FRED.