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: Remained Basically Unchanged
SFQ56A3RBUNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
19.00
Year-over-Year Change
18.75%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 4/1/2025
Summary
Monitors changes in high-yield corporate bond funding terms for average clients. Provides critical insights into broader credit market dynamics.
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 indicator tracks haircut levels for average corporate bond clients. It reveals lending institution risk assessment strategies.
Methodology
Collected through systematic survey of financial lending institutions.
Historical Context
Used to evaluate overall credit market risk and lending conditions.
Key Facts
- Measures haircut levels for average corporate clients
- Indicates stability in lending risk assessment
- Quarterly tracking of bond market conditions
FAQs
Q: What are haircuts in bond markets?
A: Haircuts represent the difference between a bond's market value and its collateral value. Reflect lending risk.
Q: Why track average client bond terms?
A: Provides broader market insights beyond top-tier clients. Indicates overall credit market health.
Q: How frequently is this data collected?
A: Updated quarterly to capture current market lending conditions.
Q: What does 'remained basically unchanged' indicate?
A: Suggests stable lending terms and minimal market volatility in the past three months.
Q: Who benefits from this economic indicator?
A: Economists, investors, and financial analysts use this to understand credit market trends.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, High-Yield Corporate Bond Terms (SFQ56A3RBUNR), retrieved from FRED.