52) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which High-Grade Corporate Bonds Are Funded Changed?| A. Terms for Average Clients | 4. Collateral Spreads Over Relevant Benchmark (Effective Financing Rates). | Answer Type: Eased Considerably
SFQ52A4ECNR • 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 high-grade corporate bond funding terms for average clients. Provides critical insights into corporate credit market conditions.
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 collateral spreads over benchmark financing rates for corporate bonds. Reflects broader credit market accessibility.
Methodology
Quarterly survey of financial institutions reporting lending term adjustments.
Historical Context
Used by investors and economists to assess corporate borrowing environments.
Key Facts
- Quarterly corporate bond market survey
- Focuses on average client lending terms
- Indicates corporate credit market flexibility
FAQs
Q: What does 'Eased Considerably' mean?
A: Indicates significant improvement in corporate bond lending terms. Suggests more favorable borrowing conditions for companies.
Q: How do collateral spreads impact borrowing?
A: Collateral spreads represent risk premiums in lending. Narrower spreads indicate lower perceived risk in corporate bond markets.
Q: Who monitors these funding term changes?
A: Corporate treasurers, bond investors, and economic policy researchers closely track these indicators.
Q: What influences corporate bond funding terms?
A: Factors include economic conditions, Federal Reserve policies, and overall market risk perceptions.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: Updated quarterly, providing a snapshot of recent corporate bond market lending conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Corporate Bond Funding Terms (SFQ52A4ECNR), retrieved from FRED.