74) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which Consumer ABS (for Example, Backed by Credit Card Receivables or Auto Loans) Are Funded Changed?| B. Terms for Most Favored Clients, as a Consequence of Breadth, Duration And/or Extent of Relationship | 2. Maximum Maturity. | Answer Type: Eased Somewhat
SFQ74B2ESNR • 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 funding terms for consumer asset-backed securities across different client segments. Provides insight into credit market flexibility and lending conditions.
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 maximum maturity terms for consumer asset-backed securities. Indicates potential shifts in credit market accessibility and lending standards.
Methodology
Surveyed data from financial institutions tracking ABS funding conditions.
Historical Context
Used by investors and policymakers to assess credit market dynamics.
Key Facts
- Reflects quarterly changes in ABS funding
- Indicates credit market flexibility
- Important for investment risk assessment
FAQs
Q: What are asset-backed securities?
A: Securities backed by specific asset pools like credit card receivables or auto loans. Provide liquidity to lending markets.
Q: Why do ABS funding terms matter?
A: They signal credit market health and potential lending environment changes. Crucial for investors and financial analysts.
Q: How often are these terms updated?
A: Typically tracked quarterly to capture ongoing market dynamics.
Q: Who uses this data?
A: Investors, financial institutions, and economic policymakers analyze these trends.
Q: What does 'eased somewhat' indicate?
A: Suggests slightly more favorable funding conditions for asset-backed securities.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer ABS Funding Terms (SFQ74B2ESNR), retrieved from FRED.