45) Over the Past Three Months, How Have Initial Margin Requirements Set by Your Institution with Respect to OTC Credit Derivatives Referencing Corporates (Single-Name Corporates or Corporate Indexes) Changed?| A. Initial Margin Requirements for Average Clients. | Answer Type: Increased Somewhat
OTCDQ45AISNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
-100.00%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 4/1/2025
Summary
Measures changes in initial margin requirements for over-the-counter credit derivatives referencing corporate entities. Indicates evolving 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 indicator tracks margin requirement adjustments for average clients in corporate credit derivative markets.
Methodology
Collected through surveys of financial institutions reporting margin changes.
Historical Context
Used to understand credit market risk and institutional lending practices.
Key Facts
- Reflects moderate margin increases for corporate derivatives
- Indicates cautious approach to corporate credit risk
- Part of ongoing market risk monitoring
FAQs
Q: What are credit derivatives?
A: Financial contracts that transfer credit risk between parties, typically referencing corporate debt instruments.
Q: Why do margin requirements matter?
A: They help manage counterparty risk and protect financial institutions from potential defaults.
Q: How do margin changes impact markets?
A: Changes can affect trading volumes, liquidity, and overall market participation.
Q: Who uses these derivatives?
A: Banks, hedge funds, and institutional investors use credit derivatives for risk management.
Q: How frequently are these requirements updated?
A: Typically reviewed quarterly based on market conditions and credit risk assessments.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Credit Derivatives Margin Requirements (OTCDQ45AISNR), retrieved from FRED.