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 Somewhat
SFQ61ISNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2.00
Year-over-Year Change
100.00%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 4/1/2025
Summary
Measures changes in client demand for equity funding across financial institutions. Provides insights into market sentiment and investment trends.
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 quarterly shifts in institutional client interest for equity investments. It reflects broader market dynamics and investor confidence.
Methodology
Collected through quarterly surveys of financial institutions about funding demand.
Historical Context
Used by investors and analysts to understand market investment trends.
Key Facts
- Indicates institutional investment appetite
- Reflects quarterly market sentiment
- Helps predict investment trends
FAQs
Q: What does increased equity funding demand mean?
A: Suggests growing investor confidence and potential market expansion in the near term.
Q: How frequently is this data collected?
A: Quarterly surveys track changes in equity funding demand across institutions.
Q: Can this metric predict market movements?
A: Provides early signals of investor sentiment but should not be used in isolation.
Q: What factors influence equity funding demand?
A: Market conditions, economic outlook, and institutional investment strategies impact demand.
Q: Are there limitations to this indicator?
A: Represents institutional perspectives and may not reflect entire market dynamics.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Equity Funding Demand (SFQ61ISNR), retrieved from FRED.