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: Remained Basically Unchanged
OTCDQ45ARBUNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
15.00
Year-over-Year Change
15.38%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 4/1/2025
Summary
Tracks changes in initial margin requirements for over-the-counter (OTC) credit derivatives referencing corporate entities. Provides insight into financial market risk management.
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
Measures stability of margin requirements for corporate credit derivatives. Indicates potential shifts in financial institution risk assessment strategies.
Methodology
Collected through survey responses from financial institutions about margin requirements.
Historical Context
Used by regulators to monitor financial market risk management practices.
Key Facts
- Reflects stable margin requirements
- Covers corporate credit derivatives
- Indicates consistent risk management approach
FAQs
Q: What are OTC credit derivatives?
A: Over-the-counter credit derivatives are financial contracts traded directly between parties. Used for managing credit risk and investment strategies.
Q: Why do margin requirements matter?
A: Margin requirements help manage financial risk and ensure market stability. Protect against potential trading defaults.
Q: How often are these requirements assessed?
A: Typically reviewed quarterly through financial institution surveys. Provides periodic insights into risk management practices.
Q: Who monitors these margin requirements?
A: Financial regulators and institutions track these requirements to manage systemic financial risks.
Q: What does 'remained basically unchanged' indicate?
A: Suggests stable risk assessment approaches. Indicates consistent financial market conditions during the survey period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, OTC Credit Derivatives Margin Requirements (OTCDQ45ARBUNR), retrieved from FRED.