52) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which High-Grade Corporate Bonds Are Funded Changed?| B. Terms for Most Favored Clients, as a Consequence of Breadth, Duration And/or Extent of Relationship | 4. Collateral Spreads Over Relevant Benchmark (Effective Financing Rates). | Answer Type: Eased Somewhat
SFQ52B4ESNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks changes in the funding terms for high-grade corporate bonds for the most favored clients. It provides insight into the credit market's flexibility and lending conditions for top-tier 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 trend measures the collateral spreads over relevant benchmark effective financing rates for corporate bonds. Economists use this metric to understand credit market dynamics and potential shifts in lending standards.
Methodology
Data is collected through surveys and financial market observations of corporate bond funding terms and collateral requirements.
Historical Context
This indicator helps policymakers and investors assess the overall health and accessibility of corporate credit markets.
Key Facts
- Tracks funding terms for high-grade corporate bonds
- Focuses on most favored clients in the market
- Provides insight into credit market flexibility
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures changes in funding terms for high-grade corporate bonds, specifically focusing on collateral spreads for top-tier clients.
Q: Why are collateral spreads important?
A: Collateral spreads indicate the risk premium and lending conditions in corporate bond markets, reflecting overall economic and financial health.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Typically, this indicator is updated quarterly to reflect recent changes in corporate bond funding terms.
Q: Who uses this economic data?
A: Investors, financial analysts, policymakers, and economists use this data to assess credit market conditions and potential economic trends.
Q: What does 'eased somewhat' mean in this context?
A: It suggests that the funding terms for corporate bonds have become slightly more favorable or less restrictive compared to the previous period.
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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?| B. Terms for Most Favored Clients, as a Consequence of Breadth, Duration And/or Extent of Relationship | 4. Collateral Spreads Over Relevant Benchmark (Effective Financing Rates). | Answer Type: Eased Somewhat [SFQ52B4ESNR], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025