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: Tightened Considerably
SFQ52A4TCNR • 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
This economic indicator tracks changes in collateral spreads for high-grade corporate bonds over a three-month period. It provides insight into the tightening or loosening of financing conditions for corporate borrowers.
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
The metric measures the relative cost and terms of corporate bond funding compared to benchmark rates, reflecting underlying market liquidity and credit market sentiment. Economists use this indicator to assess corporate financial conditions and potential shifts in credit availability.
Methodology
Data is collected through systematic survey and analysis of corporate bond market transactions and financing terms by Federal Reserve economic researchers.
Historical Context
This trend is critical for understanding credit market dynamics, monetary policy effectiveness, and potential signals of economic stress or stability.
Key Facts
- Indicates tightening of corporate bond funding terms
- Reflects changes in credit market liquidity
- Provides insights into corporate borrowing conditions
FAQs
Q: What does a tightening of corporate bond terms mean?
A: A tightening indicates more restrictive lending conditions, potentially higher borrowing costs, and more stringent credit requirements for corporations.
Q: Why are collateral spreads important?
A: Collateral spreads reveal the risk premium and financing conditions in corporate bond markets, serving as a key indicator of overall economic and credit market health.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: Typically, this indicator is updated quarterly, providing a snapshot of evolving corporate financing conditions over three-month periods.
Q: What factors influence corporate bond funding terms?
A: Factors include monetary policy, economic outlook, corporate credit ratings, market liquidity, and overall investor risk sentiment.
Q: How do economists use this data?
A: Economists analyze these trends to assess credit market conditions, potential economic constraints, and signals of broader financial system health.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, 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: Tightened Considerably [SFQ52A4TCNR], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025