56) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which High-Yield Corporate Bonds Are Funded Changed?| B. Terms for Most Favored Clients, as a Consequence of Breadth, Duration And/or Extent of Relationship | 1. Maximum Amount of Funding. | Answer Type: Eased Somewhat
SFQ56B1ESNR • 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
Tracks changes in high-yield corporate bond funding terms for most favored clients. Provides insights 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
This metric evaluates the maximum funding availability for top-tier corporate clients. It reflects broader credit market sentiment and lending environment.
Methodology
Collected through senior loan officer survey of financial institutions.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers and investors to assess credit market dynamics.
Key Facts
- Indicates credit market flexibility
- Reflects institutional lending trends
- Important for corporate financial planning
FAQs
Q: What do changes in high-yield bond funding terms indicate?
A: Changes reflect overall credit market health and institutional lending appetite. They signal potential shifts in corporate borrowing conditions.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Typically updated quarterly through senior loan officer surveys. Provides current snapshot of lending environment.
Q: Why do investors care about these funding terms?
A: Terms indicate credit market risk and potential investment opportunities in corporate debt.
Q: How do funding terms impact corporate strategy?
A: Easier terms can encourage corporate expansion and investment. Tighter terms may constrain business growth.
Q: What factors influence these funding terms?
A: Economic conditions, risk assessments, and institutional lending policies directly impact bond funding terms.
Related Trends
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 | 1. Maximum Amount of Funding. | Answer Type: Eased Somewhat
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39) Over the Past Three Months, How Has the Volume of Mark and Collateral Disputes with Clients of Each of the Following Types Changed?| A. Dealers and Other Financial Intermediaries. | Answer Type: Increased Somewhat
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78) Over the Past Three Months, How Has the Volume of Mark and Collateral Disputes Relating to Lending Against Each of the Following Collateral Types Changed?| A. High-Grade Corporate Bonds. | Answer Type: Decreased Considerably
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52) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which High-Grade Corporate Bonds Are Funded Changed?| A. Terms for Average Clients | 2. Maximum Maturity. | Answer Type: Eased Somewhat
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37) To the Extent That the Price or Nonprice Terms Applied to Nonfinancial Corporations Have Tightened or Eased Over the Past Three Months (as Reflected in Your Responses to Questions 35 and 36), What Are the Most Important Reasons for the Change?| A. Possible Reasons for Tightening | 2. Reduced Willingness of Your Institution to Take on Risk. | Answer Type: First In Importance
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, High-Yield Corporate Bond Funding Terms (SFQ56B1ESNR), retrieved from FRED.