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?| C. Pension Plans. | Answer Type: Decreased Considerably
CTQ21CDCNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 4/1/2025
Summary
Tracks changes in financial leverage for pension plans across financial institutions. Provides critical insights into institutional investment risk management.
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
Measures institutional perception of pension plan financial leverage modifications. Indicates potential shifts in investment strategies.
Methodology
Surveyed from financial institutions reporting quarterly leverage changes.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers and financial regulators to monitor institutional risk.
Key Facts
- Reflects institutional investment risk perception
- Quarterly survey of financial leverage trends
- Indicates potential shifts in pension investment strategies
FAQs
Q: What does financial leverage mean?
A: Use of borrowed capital to potentially increase investment returns. Represents financial risk and investment strategy.
Q: Why track pension plan leverage?
A: Helps understand institutional investment risk management and potential economic shifts.
Q: How is leverage change measured?
A: Institutions report quarterly changes in financial leverage across different client types.
Q: What impacts pension plan leverage?
A: Market conditions, interest rates, regulatory changes, and investment performance influence leverage decisions.
Q: How frequently is this data collected?
A: Quarterly survey provides current insights into institutional financial strategies.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Financial Leverage Survey (CTQ21CDCNR), retrieved from FRED.