46) Over the Past Three Months, How Have Initial Margin Requirements Set by Your Institution with Respect to OTC Credit Derivatives Referencing Securitized Products (Such as Specific ABS or MBS Tranches and Associated Indexes) Changed?| B. Initial Margin Requirements for Most Favored Clients, as a Consequence of Breadth, Duration, And/or Extent of Relationship. | Answer Type: Increased Considerably

OTCDQ46BICNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

0.00

Year-over-Year Change

N/A%

Date Range

10/1/2011 - 4/1/2025

Summary

Tracks changes in initial margin requirements for over-the-counter credit derivatives referencing securitized products. Provides insight into financial institution risk management strategies.

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 metric evaluates margin requirements for most favored clients in complex derivative markets. It reflects institutional risk assessment and market conditions.

Methodology

Surveyed from financial institutions reporting margin changes for specific derivative products.

Historical Context

Used by regulators and risk managers to understand derivative market dynamics.

Key Facts

  • Indicates institutional risk perception
  • Reflects derivative market conditions
  • Important for financial stability assessment

FAQs

Q: What do initial margin requirements mean?

A: Initial margins are collateral requirements to manage counterparty risk in derivative transactions. They protect against potential trading losses.

Q: Why are these margin requirements important?

A: They help manage financial risk and prevent potential systemic failures in complex derivative markets.

Q: How often do these requirements change?

A: Margin requirements can adjust quarterly based on market conditions and institutional risk assessments.

Q: Who monitors these margin requirements?

A: Financial regulators and central banks track these requirements to ensure market stability.

Q: What impacts margin requirement changes?

A: Market volatility, credit risk, and overall economic conditions influence margin requirement adjustments.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Initial Margin Requirements (OTCDQ46BICNR), retrieved from FRED.
46) Over the Past Three Months, How Have Initial Margin Requirements Set by Your Institution with Respect to OTC Credit Derivatives Referencing Securitized Products (Such as Specific ABS or MBS Tranches and Associated Indexes) Changed?| B. Initial Margin Requirements for Most Favored Clients, as a Consequence of Breadth, Duration, And/or Extent of Relationship. | Answer Type: Increased Considerably | US Economic Trends