62) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which Agency RMBS Are Funded Changed?| B. Terms for Most Favored Clients, as a Consequence of Breadth, Duration And/or Extent of Relationship | 4. Collateral Spreads Over Relevant Benchmark (Effective Financing Rates). | Answer Type: Tightened Somewhat
SFQ62B4TSNR • 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 funding terms for Agency Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities (RMBS). Provides insight into credit market conditions and lending 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
Measures how funding terms for agency RMBS have shifted for most favored clients. Indicates potential changes in mortgage market liquidity and risk perception.
Methodology
Collected through survey of financial institutions tracking collateral spread changes.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers and investors to assess mortgage market funding conditions.
Key Facts
- Reflects tightening of funding terms
- Indicates potential market risk adjustments
- Relevant for mortgage market analysis
FAQs
Q: What does this series measure?
A: Tracks changes in Agency RMBS funding terms for top-tier clients. Reflects shifts in mortgage market conditions.
Q: Why are collateral spreads important?
A: They indicate risk perception and liquidity in mortgage-backed securities markets.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Typically updated quarterly as part of Federal Reserve survey data.
Q: What does 'tightened somewhat' mean?
A: Suggests slightly more restrictive funding terms for agency mortgage securities.
Q: Who uses this economic indicator?
A: Investors, policymakers, and financial analysts monitoring mortgage market conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Agency RMBS Funding Terms (SFQ62B4TSNR), retrieved from FRED.