47) Over the Past Three Months, How Have Initial Margin Requirements Set by Your Institution with Respect to Otc Commodity Derivatives Changed?| A. Initial Margin Requirements for Average Clients. | Answer Type: Increased Somewhat
ALLQ47AISNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.00
Year-over-Year Change
0.00%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 1/1/2025
Summary
Tracks changes in initial margin requirements for over-the-counter commodity derivatives. Provides insight into financial institution risk management strategies.
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 measures how financial institutions adjust margin requirements for commodity derivative trading. It reflects risk perception and market conditions.
Methodology
Survey-based data collection from financial institutions reporting margin changes.
Historical Context
Used by regulators and risk managers to assess financial market stability.
Key Facts
- Indicates institutional risk assessment
- Reflects market volatility perceptions
- Important for derivative trading strategies
FAQs
Q: What are initial margin requirements?
A: Initial margin is collateral required to open a derivatives trading position. It protects against potential trading losses.
Q: Why do margin requirements change?
A: Market volatility, risk perception, and economic conditions can prompt institutions to adjust margin requirements.
Q: How often are these requirements updated?
A: Institutions typically review and adjust margin requirements quarterly or in response to significant market changes.
Q: Do margin requirements affect trading?
A: Higher margins can reduce trading activity by increasing the cost of entering derivative positions.
Q: Who monitors these requirements?
A: Financial regulators and central banks closely track margin requirement changes for market stability.
Related Trends
70) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which Cmbs Are Funded Changed?| A. Terms for Average Clients | 4. Collateral Spreads over Relevant Benchmark (Effective Financing Rates). | Answer Type: Tightened Considerably
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21) Considering the Entire Range of Transactions Facilitated by Your Institution, How Has the Use of Financial Leverage by Each of the Following Types of Clients Changed over the Past Three Months?| D. Endowments. | Answer Type: Increased Considerably
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23) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Price Terms (for Example, Financing Rates) Offered to Insurance Companies as Reflected Across the Entire Spectrum of Securities Financing and Otc Derivatives Transaction Types Changed, Regardless of Nonprice Terms?| Answer Type: Eased Somewhat
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66) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which Non-Agency Rmbs Are Funded Changed?| A. Terms for Average Clients | 3. Haircuts. | Answer Type: Remained Basically Unchanged
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66) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which Non-Agency Rmbs Are Funded Changed?| A. Terms for Average Clients | 1. Maximum Amount of Funding. | Answer Type: Tightened Somewhat
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62) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which Agency Rmbs Are Funded Changed?| A. Terms for Average Clients | 4. Collateral Spreads over Relevant Benchmark (Effective Financing Rates). | Answer Type: Eased Somewhat
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Initial Margin Requirements (ALLQ47AISNR), retrieved from FRED.