69-Year High Quality Market (HQM) Corporate Bond Spot Rate
HQMCB69YR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
6.29
Year-over-Year Change
11.13%
Date Range
1/1/1984 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The 69-Year High Quality Market (HQM) Corporate Bond Spot Rate represents a comprehensive measure of long-term corporate bond yields across high-quality issuers. This metric provides critical insights into corporate borrowing costs and broader economic financing conditions.
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 HQM Corporate Bond Spot Rate tracks the theoretical yield curve for high-quality corporate bonds, offering economists a nuanced view of corporate credit markets. It reflects the expected returns for corporate debt instruments across different maturity periods, serving as a key benchmark for financial analysis.
Methodology
The rate is calculated using a sophisticated methodology that aggregates bond pricing data from multiple high-quality corporate issuers, weighted by market capitalization and credit ratings.
Historical Context
Policymakers and investors use this rate to assess corporate credit market health, evaluate investment opportunities, and understand long-term economic financing trends.
Key Facts
- Represents a comprehensive measure of high-quality corporate bond yields
- Provides insights into long-term corporate borrowing costs
- Used by economists and investors to assess market conditions
FAQs
Q: What makes a corporate bond 'high quality'?
A: High-quality corporate bonds are issued by companies with strong credit ratings, typically AA or higher, indicating low default risk and financial stability.
Q: How often is the HQM Corporate Bond Spot Rate updated?
A: The rate is typically updated regularly, reflecting current market conditions and changes in corporate bond pricing.
Q: Why do investors care about this spot rate?
A: Investors use this rate to compare potential returns, assess market risk, and make informed decisions about long-term corporate bond investments.
Q: How does this rate relate to overall economic conditions?
A: The spot rate can indicate broader economic trends, such as investor confidence, expected inflation, and corporate financial health.
Q: What are the limitations of this data point?
A: While comprehensive, the rate represents a theoretical construct and may not perfectly reflect every individual corporate bond's actual market performance.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, 69-Year High Quality Market (HQM) Corporate Bond Spot Rate [HQMCB69YR], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025