56) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which High-Yield Corporate Bonds Are Funded Changed?| A. Terms for Average Clients | 3. Haircuts. | Answer Type: Eased Considerably
SFQ56A3ECNR • 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 critical insight into credit market flexibility and lending 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 measures how lending terms for high-yield corporate bonds have evolved. It reflects broader credit market sentiment and risk perception.
Methodology
Data collected through survey of financial institutions and credit market participants.
Historical Context
Used by investors and policymakers to assess corporate credit market conditions.
Key Facts
- Indicates easing of corporate bond funding conditions
- Reflects market liquidity and risk appetite
- Important signal for corporate financial strategy
FAQs
Q: What does a change in bond funding terms mean?
A: It signals shifts in lending conditions and market risk perception. Lower barriers can indicate increased economic confidence.
Q: How often are these terms updated?
A: Typically tracked quarterly to capture evolving market dynamics.
Q: Why do investors care about bond funding terms?
A: Terms reveal credit market health and potential investment opportunities.
Q: Can these terms predict economic trends?
A: They serve as an early indicator of potential economic expansion or contraction.
Q: What causes changes in these terms?
A: Factors include monetary policy, market risk, and overall economic conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, High-Yield Corporate Bond Funding Terms (SFQ56A3ECNR), retrieved from FRED.