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
OTCDQ47AISNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
-100.00%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 4/1/2025
Summary
Tracks changes in initial margin requirements for over-the-counter (OTC) 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 initial margin requirements for commodity derivative transactions. It reflects risk assessment in financial markets.
Methodology
Surveyed from financial institutions reporting margin requirement changes quarterly.
Historical Context
Used by regulators and risk managers to understand financial market risk perception.
Key Facts
- Quarterly survey of financial institutions
- Indicates risk management strategies
- Reflects commodity market conditions
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 influence margin requirement adjustments.
Q: How often are these requirements updated?
A: Typically reviewed quarterly by financial institutions based on market conditions.
Q: Do margin requirements affect trading?
A: Higher margins can reduce trading volume by increasing transaction costs and capital requirements.
Q: Who monitors these requirements?
A: Financial regulators and central banks track margin requirement changes for market stability.
Related Trends
24) Over the Past Three Months, How Has Your Use of Nonprice Terms (for Example, Haircuts, Maximum Maturity, Covenants, Cure Periods, Cross-Default Provisions or Other Documentation Features) with Respect to Insurance Companies Across the Entire Spectrum of Securities Financing and OTC Derivatives Transaction Types Changed, Regardless of Price Terms?| Answer Type: Tightened Somewhat
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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 | 4. Collateral Spreads Over Relevant Benchmark (Effective Financing Rates). | Answer Type: Tightened Somewhat
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43) Over the Past Three Months, How Have Initial Margin Requirements Set by Your Institution with Respect to Otc Interest Rate Derivatives Changed?| A. Initial Margin Requirements for Average Clients. | Answer Type: Decreased Somewhat
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31) To the Extent That the Price or Nonprice Terms Applied to Separately Managed Accounts Established with Investment Advisers Have Tightened or Eased Over the Past Three Months (as Reflected in Your Responses to Questions 29 and 30), What Are the Most Important Reasons for the Change?| B. Possible Reasons for Easing | 5. Increased Availability of Balance Sheet or Capital at Your Institution. | Answer Type: First In Importance
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5) Over the Past Three Months, How Has Your Use of Nonprice Terms (for Example, Haircuts, Maximum Maturity, Covenants, Cure Periods, Cross-Default Provisions, or Other Documentation Features) with Respect to Hedge Funds Across the Entire Spectrum of Securities Financing and Otc Derivatives Transaction Types Changed, Regardless of Price Terms?| Answer Type: Tightened Considerably
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37) To the Extent That the Price or Nonprice Terms Applied to Nonfinancial Corporations Have Tightened or Eased Over the Past Three Months (as Reflected in Your Responses to Questions 35 and 36), What Are the Most Important Reasons for the Change?| A. Possible Reasons for Tightening | 3. Adoption of More-Stringent Market Conventions (That Is, Collateral Terms and Agreements, ISDA Protocols). | Answer Type: 2nd Most Important
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Initial Margin Requirements (OTCDQ47AISNR), retrieved from FRED.