77) Over the Past Three Months, How Have Liquidity and Functioning in the Consumer ABS Market Changed?| Answer Type: Remained Basically Unchanged
SFQ77RBUNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
11.00
Year-over-Year Change
-15.38%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 4/1/2025
Summary
Evaluates changes in liquidity and functioning of the consumer Asset-Backed Securities (ABS) market. Provides critical insights into consumer credit market dynamics.
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 indicator tracks the perceived health and operational efficiency of the consumer ABS market. It helps understand credit market conditions and investor sentiment.
Methodology
Survey-based assessment of market participants' perspectives on consumer ABS market conditions.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers and investors to gauge consumer credit market health.
Key Facts
- Monitors consumer ABS market functioning
- Indicates credit market liquidity trends
- Reflects investor and market participant perspectives
FAQs
Q: What are consumer Asset-Backed Securities?
A: ABS are financial securities backed by consumer loans like credit cards, auto loans, or student loans.
Q: Why track ABS market liquidity?
A: Liquidity indicates market health, credit availability, and potential economic conditions.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The survey is typically conducted quarterly to capture market condition changes.
Q: Who benefits from this information?
A: Investors, financial analysts, and policymakers use this to understand consumer credit market dynamics.
Q: What does 'Remained Basically Unchanged' mean?
A: It suggests stable market conditions with no significant shifts in liquidity or functioning.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Consumer ABS Market Survey (SFQ77RBUNR), retrieved from FRED.