19) To the Extent That the Price or Nonprice Terms Applied to Mutual Funds, Etfs, Pension Plans, and Endowments Have Tightened or Eased over the Past Three Months (as Reflected in Your Responses to Questions 17 and 18), What Are the Most Important Reasons for the Change?| B. Possible Reasons for Easing | 7. More-Aggressive Competition from Other Institutions. | Answer Type: 3rd Most Important
ALLQ19B73MINR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
1/1/2012 - 1/1/2025
Summary
Tracks institutional competitive dynamics in financial markets. Measures the third most important reason for easing terms in mutual funds, ETFs, and investment vehicles.
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 indicator reveals competitive pressures among financial institutions. It provides insight into market dynamics and institutional strategy shifts.
Methodology
Collected through survey responses from financial market participants.
Historical Context
Used to understand competitive landscape in investment management and financial services.
Key Facts
- Reflects third-ranked competitive pressure
- Surveys multiple financial institution types
- Indicates market adaptation strategies
FAQs
Q: What does this economic indicator measure?
A: It tracks competitive reasons for easing financial product terms across institutions. Provides insight into market dynamics.
Q: Why are competitive pressures important?
A: They drive innovation and potentially lower costs for investors. Indicate market responsiveness.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Typically collected quarterly through institutional surveys.
Q: What institutions are included?
A: Mutual funds, ETFs, pension plans, and financial endowments are surveyed.
Q: How reliable is this indicator?
A: Represents third-most important factor, providing nuanced market perspective.
Related Trends
78) Over the Past Three Months, How Has the Volume of Mark and Collateral Disputes Relating to Lending Against Each of the Following Collateral Types Changed?| A. High-Grade Corporate Bonds. | Answer Type: Decreased Considerably
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56) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which High-Yield Corporate Bonds Are Funded Changed?| A. Terms for Average Clients | 2. Maximum Maturity. | Answer Type: Remained Basically Unchanged
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6) To the Extent That the Price or Nonprice Terms Applied to Hedge Funds Have Tightened or Eased over the Past Three Months (as Reflected in Your Responses to Questions 4 and 5), What Are the Most Important Reasons for the Change?| A. Possible Reasons for Tightening | 6. Worsening in General Market Liquidity and Functioning. | Answer Type: 3rd Most Important
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70) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which Cmbs Are Funded Changed?| A. Terms for Average Clients | 2. Maximum Maturity. | Answer Type: Eased Somewhat
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50) Over the Past Three Months, How Has the Volume of Mark and Collateral Disputes Relating to Contracts of Each of the Following Types Changed?| D. Credit Referencing Corporates. | Answer Type: Increased Considerably
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60) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which Equities Are Funded (Including Through Stock Loan) Changed?| B. Terms for Most Favored Clients, as a Consequence of Breadth, Duration And/or Extent of Relationship | 1. Maximum Amount of Funding. | Answer Type: Eased Somewhat
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Institutional Competition Dynamics (ALLQ19B73MINR), retrieved from FRED.