77) Over the Past Three Months, How Have Liquidity and Functioning in the Consumer ABS Market Changed?| Answer Type: Improved Somewhat
SFQ77MONR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 4/1/2025
Summary
Tracks changes in consumer asset-backed securities (ABS) market liquidity and functioning. Provides critical insight into short-term credit market 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
This metric evaluates quarterly shifts in consumer ABS market dynamics. It helps investors and analysts understand credit market health and potential lending trends.
Methodology
Survey-based assessment of market participants' perceptions of market conditions.
Historical Context
Used by Federal Reserve to monitor consumer credit market stability and potential intervention needs.
Key Facts
- Quarterly survey-based market assessment
- Indicates consumer credit market health
- Critical for understanding short-term lending trends
FAQs
Q: What are asset-backed securities?
A: ABS are financial securities backed by income-generating assets like loans or receivables. They allow banks to package and sell debt to investors.
Q: Why do changes in ABS market matter?
A: Market changes signal potential shifts in consumer lending, credit availability, and overall economic conditions.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The survey is typically conducted quarterly, providing periodic snapshots of market conditions.
Q: Who uses this market liquidity data?
A: Investors, financial analysts, policymakers, and central banks use this data to assess credit market health.
Q: What does 'Improved Somewhat' indicate?
A: Suggests modest positive changes in market functioning and liquidity conditions during the reporting period.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer ABS Market Liquidity (SFQ77MONR), retrieved from FRED.