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 | 3. Haircuts. | Answer Type: Eased Considerably

SFQ56B3ECNR • 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 most favored 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

This metric evaluates corporate bond market dynamics through haircut terms. It reflects lending institution risk assessment and credit market sentiment.

Methodology

Quarterly survey of financial institutions measuring bond funding terms.

Historical Context

Used by investors and policymakers to assess credit market health.

Key Facts

  • Quarterly measurement of bond funding flexibility
  • Indicates credit market risk perception
  • Important for institutional investment strategies

FAQs

Q: What do bond haircuts indicate?

A: Haircuts represent risk margins in bond lending. Lower haircuts suggest more favorable lending conditions.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: The series is updated quarterly with non-seasonally adjusted data.

Q: Why are bond funding terms important?

A: They reveal credit market health and potential economic lending trends.

Q: Who uses this economic indicator?

A: Investors, financial analysts, and monetary policy researchers use this data.

Q: What does 'eased considerably' mean?

A: Indicates significantly more relaxed lending terms for high-yield corporate bonds.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, High-Yield Corporate Bond Terms (SFQ56B3ECNR), retrieved from FRED.