95.5-Year High Quality Market (HQM) Corporate Bond Spot Rate
HQMCB95Y6M • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
6.34
Year-over-Year Change
11.62%
Date Range
1/1/1984 - 7/1/2025
Summary
The 95.5-Year High Quality Market Corporate Bond Spot Rate tracks long-term corporate bond yields for high-quality debt instruments. This metric provides critical insights into corporate borrowing costs and market expectations for long-term economic performance.
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 represents a sophisticated measure of corporate bond yields across an extended 95.5-year time horizon. Economists and financial analysts use this rate to assess long-term credit market conditions and potential investment opportunities.
Methodology
The rate is calculated using a comprehensive methodology that considers high-quality corporate bond yields, adjusted for market conditions and credit quality.
Historical Context
This trend is utilized by central banks, investment strategists, and policymakers to evaluate long-term economic trends and potential credit market developments.
Key Facts
- Represents an ultra-long-term perspective on corporate bond markets
- Provides insights into corporate borrowing costs over extended periods
- Reflects sophisticated financial market analysis techniques
FAQs
Q: What makes this corporate bond rate unique?
A: The 95.5-year horizon provides an exceptionally long-term view of corporate bond markets, distinguishing it from standard short or medium-term yield measurements.
Q: How do investors use this rate?
A: Investors analyze this rate to understand potential long-term investment returns and assess overall market credit conditions.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated periodically by the Federal Reserve, with frequency depending on market conditions and data collection processes.
Q: What economic factors influence this rate?
A: Factors include inflation expectations, long-term economic growth projections, and overall corporate credit market conditions.
Q: Are there limitations to this metric?
A: While comprehensive, the ultra-long-term perspective may not capture short-term market volatility or immediate economic shifts.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, 95.5-Year High Quality Market (HQM) Corporate Bond Spot Rate [HQMCB95Y6M], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025