70) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which CMBS 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 Somewhat

SFQ70B3ESNR • 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

Tracks haircut changes for most favored CMBS clients based on relationship breadth and duration. Provides nuanced insight into elite lending practices.

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 trend measures how financial institutions adjust risk margins for top-tier commercial mortgage-backed securities clients. It reflects sophisticated lending strategies.

Methodology

Quarterly survey of financial institutions reporting client relationship haircut adjustments.

Historical Context

Used by advanced investors to understand high-level commercial lending dynamics.

Key Facts

  • Focuses on most favored clients
  • Reflects sophisticated lending practices
  • Indicates nuanced risk assessment

FAQs

Q: What are CMBS client haircuts?

A: Haircuts represent risk margins applied in commercial mortgage-backed securities lending. Lower haircuts indicate more favorable terms.

Q: Why do haircuts matter?

A: They reflect an institution's risk assessment and the client's perceived creditworthiness.

Q: How are haircuts determined?

A: Based on client relationship depth, historical performance, and overall market conditions.

Q: What does 'eased somewhat' mean?

A: Indicates slightly more favorable lending terms for top-tier clients.

Q: How frequently are these terms updated?

A: The survey is conducted quarterly to track evolving lending practices.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, CMBS Client Haircuts (SFQ70B3ESNR), retrieved from FRED.