61) Over the Past Three Months, How Has Demand for Funding of Equities (Including Through Stock Loan) by Your Institution's Clients Changed?| Answer Type: Increased Considerably
SFQ61ICNR • 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
This economic indicator tracks changes in client demand for equity funding over a three-month period, reflecting institutional investment sentiment. The metric provides insights into financial market liquidity and investor confidence.
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
The trend measures how financial institutions perceive client demand for equity financing, including stock loan activities. Economists use this data to understand investment appetite and potential market capital flows.
Methodology
Data is collected through survey responses from financial institutions reporting changes in client funding requests for equity investments.
Historical Context
This indicator helps policymakers and market analysts assess potential shifts in investment strategies and overall economic market dynamics.
Key Facts
- Tracks institutional client demand for equity funding
- Provides quarterly insights into investment market trends
- Reflects potential changes in market liquidity and investor confidence
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It measures changes in client demand for equity funding over a three-month period from financial institutions' perspectives.
Q: Why is this trend important?
A: The trend helps economists and investors understand market sentiment, investment appetite, and potential capital flow dynamics.
Q: How is the data collected?
A: Financial institutions survey their clients and report changes in equity funding requests on a quarterly basis.
Q: How can policymakers use this information?
A: Policymakers can assess market conditions, potential investment trends, and economic sentiment through this indicator.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated quarterly, providing a snapshot of recent market funding trends.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, 61) Over the Past Three Months, How Has Demand for Funding of Equities (Including Through Stock Loan) by Your Institution's Clients Changed?| Answer Type: Increased Considerably [SFQ61ICNR], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025