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?| B. Initial Margin Requirements for Most Favored Clients, as a Consequence of Breadth, Duration, And/or Extent of Relationship. | Answer Type: Remained Basically Unchanged
OTCDQ45BRBUNR • 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
Measures stability of initial margin requirements for over-the-counter credit derivatives referencing corporate entities. Indicates consistent risk management approaches.
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 whether margin requirements for corporate credit derivatives remain fundamentally unchanged for favored clients.
Methodology
Surveyed through institutional reporting on margin requirement stability.
Historical Context
Provides insights into financial market risk assessment practices.
Key Facts
- Indicates consistent risk management
- Reflects market stability
- Important for financial predictability
FAQs
Q: What does 'remained basically unchanged' mean?
A: Indicates minimal adjustments to margin requirements over a three-month period.
Q: Why is margin requirement stability important?
A: Stability suggests consistent risk assessment and market confidence in current conditions.
Q: How do unchanged margins impact trading?
A: Stable margins provide predictability for traders and reduce market uncertainty.
Q: What factors maintain margin stability?
A: Market conditions, credit risk assessments, and institutional risk management strategies.
Q: Can margins remain unchanged indefinitely?
A: No, margins will eventually adjust based on evolving market and economic conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Margin Requirements Stability (OTCDQ45BRBUNR), retrieved from FRED.