Fitted Yield on a 6 Year Zero Coupon Bond
THREEFY6 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3.88
Year-over-Year Change
-5.10%
Date Range
10/4/2021 - 8/1/2025
Summary
The Fitted Yield on a 6 Year Zero Coupon Bond is a key indicator of long-term interest rate expectations in the United States. It provides insights into the market's assessment of future economic conditions and inflation.
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 economic trend represents the theoretical yield that would be earned by holding a zero-coupon bond with a 6-year maturity. It is calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve and serves as a benchmark for understanding longer-term interest rate dynamics.
Methodology
The data is calculated based on the U.S. Treasury yield curve.
Historical Context
Policymakers and market participants closely monitor this trend to gauge financial conditions and inflation expectations.
Key Facts
- The data series began in 1953.
- The yield reached a high of 15.8% in 1981.
- The yield has remained below 3% since 2012.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Fitted Yield on a 6 Year Zero Coupon Bond measures the theoretical yield that would be earned by holding a zero-coupon bond with a 6-year maturity.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This trend provides insights into long-term interest rate expectations, which are important for understanding financial conditions, inflation dynamics, and the overall health of the economy.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve based on the U.S. Treasury yield curve.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and market participants closely monitor this trend to gauge financial conditions and inflation expectations, which informs monetary policy decisions and investment strategies.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is published with a short delay and may be subject to revisions by the Federal Reserve.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Fitted Yield on a 6 Year Zero Coupon Bond (THREEFY6), retrieved from FRED.