56) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which High-Yield Corporate Bonds Are Funded Changed?| A. Terms for Average Clients | 2. Maximum Maturity. | Answer Type: Eased Considerably
SFQ56A2ECNR • 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-yield corporate bond funding terms for average clients. Provides insight into credit market conditions and lending flexibility.
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
Measures how corporate bond lending terms have eased or tightened over three-month periods. Indicates credit market sentiment and financial accessibility.
Methodology
Surveyed from financial institutions reporting on bond market conditions.
Historical Context
Used by economists and financial analysts to assess credit market trends.
Key Facts
- Tracks corporate bond market flexibility
- Indicates credit market conditions
- Measures lending term changes quarterly
FAQs
Q: What does 'eased considerably' mean?
A: Indicates significantly more favorable lending terms for corporate bond issuers. Suggests increased credit market liquidity.
Q: How frequently are bond terms assessed?
A: Quarterly survey captures changes in corporate bond funding conditions over three-month periods.
Q: Why are bond funding terms important?
A: Reflect overall economic health, credit market conditions, and corporate borrowing capabilities.
Q: How do investors interpret these changes?
A: Use as indicator of economic sentiment and potential investment opportunities in corporate debt markets.
Q: What factors influence bond funding terms?
A: Interest rates, economic outlook, corporate performance, and overall market liquidity impact lending conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, High-Yield Corporate Bond Funding Terms (SFQ56A2ECNR), retrieved from FRED.