Fitted Yield on a 7 Year Zero Coupon Bond
THREEFY7 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
3.98
Year-over-Year Change
-5.13%
Date Range
10/4/2021 - 8/1/2025
Summary
The 'Fitted Yield on a 7 Year Zero Coupon Bond' measures the implied yield on a hypothetical 7-year U.S. Treasury bond with no coupon payments. This data point is a key input for models of the Treasury yield curve and serves as an important benchmark for fixed-income investors.
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
The fitted yield on a 7-year zero coupon bond is a derived metric that estimates the yield an investor would receive by holding a 7-year U.S. Treasury bond until maturity, assuming no coupon payments. This data is widely used by economists and financial analysts to understand the shape and movements of the Treasury yield curve.
Methodology
This metric is calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve based on a model of the Treasury yield curve.
Historical Context
The 7-year zero-coupon yield is a key input for many economic and financial models, providing insight into medium-term interest rate expectations and inflation outlook.
Key Facts
- The 7-year zero-coupon yield has averaged 2.93% since 2000.
- This metric reached an all-time low of 0.49% in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- The 7-year zero-coupon yield is a widely tracked indicator of medium-term interest rate expectations.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Fitted Yield on a 7 Year Zero Coupon Bond' measures the implied yield on a hypothetical 7-year U.S. Treasury bond with no coupon payments.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This data point is a key input for models of the Treasury yield curve and serves as an important benchmark for fixed-income investors.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: This metric is calculated by the U.S. Federal Reserve based on a model of the Treasury yield curve.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: The 7-year zero-coupon yield is a key input for many economic and financial models, providing insight into medium-term interest rate expectations and inflation outlook.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The 7-year zero-coupon yield data is published regularly by the Federal Reserve with minimal delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Fitted Yield on a 7 Year Zero Coupon Bond (THREEFY7), retrieved from FRED.