56) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which High-Yield Corporate Bonds Are Funded Changed?| B. Terms for Most Favored Clients, as a Consequence of Breadth, Duration And/or Extent of Relationship | 1. Maximum Amount of Funding. | Answer Type: Remained Basically Unchanged
SFQ56B1RBUNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
20.00
Year-over-Year Change
33.33%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 4/1/2025
Summary
Tracks changes in high-yield corporate bond funding terms for most favored clients. Provides insight into credit market conditions and lending standards.
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
This metric evaluates the stability of corporate bond funding terms for top-tier clients. It reflects potential shifts in credit market dynamics.
Methodology
Survey-based data collection from financial institutions tracking lending conditions.
Historical Context
Used by investors and policymakers to assess credit market health and lending trends.
Key Facts
- Indicates stability in high-yield bond funding
- Reflects top-tier client lending conditions
- Important credit market indicator
FAQs
Q: What does this series measure?
A: It tracks changes in funding terms for high-yield corporate bonds for most favored clients.
Q: Why are bond funding terms important?
A: They indicate credit market health and potential lending constraints or opportunities.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Typically collected quarterly through financial institution surveys.
Q: Who uses this economic indicator?
A: Investors, financial analysts, and policymakers monitor these trends.
Q: What does 'remained basically unchanged' mean?
A: Suggests stable lending conditions with minimal modifications to bond funding terms.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Corporate Bond Funding Terms (SFQ56B1RBUNR), retrieved from FRED.