Interest Rates: 3-Month or 90-Day Rates and Yields: Interbank Rates: Total for Hungary
Quarterly
IR3TIB01HUQ156N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
6.50
Year-over-Year Change
-4.38%
Date Range
1/1/1991 - 4/1/2025
Summary
The 'Quarterly' series measures the 3-month Treasury bill interest rate, a key indicator of short-term borrowing costs and investor sentiment.
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 3-month Treasury bill interest rate is a widely followed benchmark for short-term interest rates in the United States. It reflects the yield investors demand to hold the most liquid U.S. government debt securities and is used to gauge broader financial conditions.
Methodology
The data is collected and published by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
Policymakers and analysts closely monitor this rate as it influences a range of consumer and business borrowing costs.
Key Facts
- The 3-month Treasury bill rate averaged 1.58% in 2022.
- This rate reached a low of 0.01% during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020.
- Treasury bills are considered among the safest fixed-income investments.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The 'Quarterly' series measures the 3-month Treasury bill interest rate, which reflects the yield on the most liquid short-term U.S. government debt securities.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The 3-month Treasury bill rate is a key benchmark for short-term borrowing costs and a gauge of broader financial conditions and investor sentiment.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and published by the U.S. Federal Reserve.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Policymakers and analysts closely monitor this rate as it influences a range of consumer and business borrowing costs and provides insights into monetary policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The 3-month Treasury bill rate data is published regularly by the Federal Reserve with minimal delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly (IR3TIB01HUQ156N), retrieved from FRED.