Interest Rates: Long-Term Government Bond Yields: 2 to 9-Year: Total for Sweden
Quarterly
IRLTMT01SEQ156N • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2.69
Year-over-Year Change
-906.32%
Date Range
1/1/1960 - 10/1/2023
Summary
The Quarterly Trend measures the short-term nominal interest rate in the U.S. This key economic indicator provides insights into the Federal Reserve's monetary policy and influences borrowing costs for businesses and consumers.
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 Quarterly Trend tracks the 3-month Treasury bill rate, a widely followed interest rate that reflects the general level of short-term interest rates in the U.S. economy. This metric is closely watched by economists, policymakers, and financial markets as it signals the Federal Reserve's current stance on monetary policy.
Methodology
The Federal Reserve collects and publishes this data as part of its ongoing monitoring of U.S. financial conditions.
Historical Context
Trends in the 3-month Treasury bill rate have important implications for the broader economy, influencing business investment, consumer spending, and the cost of government borrowing.
Key Facts
- The Quarterly Trend reached its highest level in 2007 at 4.97%.
- The Quarterly Trend fell sharply during the 2008-2009 financial crisis, reaching 0.08% in 2009.
- The Quarterly Trend has remained near historically low levels since the Great Recession.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: The Quarterly Trend measures the 3-month Treasury bill rate, which reflects the general level of short-term interest rates in the U.S. economy.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The Quarterly Trend is a key indicator of the Federal Reserve's monetary policy stance and has important implications for borrowing costs, business investment, and consumer spending.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The Federal Reserve collects and publishes this data as part of its ongoing monitoring of U.S. financial conditions.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: Trends in the 3-month Treasury bill rate are closely watched by policymakers, economists, and financial markets as they signal the Federal Reserve's current stance on monetary policy.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The Quarterly Trend data is published regularly by the Federal Reserve with minimal delays.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Quarterly (IRLTMT01SEQ156N), retrieved from FRED.