Fitted Yield on a 8 Year Zero Coupon Bond

THREEFY8 • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

4.08

Year-over-Year Change

-5.11%

Date Range

10/4/2021 - 8/1/2025

Summary

The Fitted Yield on an 8 Year Zero Coupon Bond tracks the market yield on a hypothetical zero-coupon U.S. Treasury bond with an 8-year maturity. This provides insight into long-term interest rate expectations.

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 an 8-year zero-coupon Treasury bond is a measure of long-term interest rate expectations. It represents the market's assessment of the expected yield an investor would receive by holding a U.S. government bond with an 8-year maturity and no coupon payments.

Methodology

The data is derived from the U.S. Treasury yield curve and fitted to a zero-coupon bond structure.

Historical Context

This metric is widely followed by economists, fixed-income investors, and policymakers as an indicator of long-term inflation and growth expectations.

Key Facts

  • The 8-year zero-coupon yield reflects long-term rate expectations.
  • It is derived from the U.S. Treasury yield curve model.
  • This metric is closely watched by economists and investors.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: The Fitted Yield on an 8 Year Zero Coupon Bond tracks the market's expected yield on a hypothetical zero-coupon U.S. Treasury bond with an 8-year maturity.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This metric provides insight into long-term interest rate expectations, which is valuable for economists, fixed-income investors, and policymakers assessing the economic outlook.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is derived from the U.S. Treasury yield curve and fitted to a zero-coupon bond structure.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: The 8-year zero-coupon yield is closely monitored by the Federal Reserve and other policymakers as an indicator of long-term inflation and growth expectations, which informs monetary policy decisions.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The data is published regularly by the Federal Reserve with minimal delays, but it represents a model-based estimate rather than an observed market price.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Fitted Yield on a 8 Year Zero Coupon Bond (THREEFY8), retrieved from FRED.