21) Considering the Entire Range of Transactions Facilitated by Your Institution, How Has the Use of Financial Leverage by Each of the Following Types of Clients Changed over the Past Three Months?| B. Etfs. | Answer Type: Remained Basically Unchanged
Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
CTQ21BRBUNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
19.00
Year-over-Year Change
-5.00%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the number of survey respondents in a quarterly, non-seasonally adjusted dataset. It provides insights into data collection methodologies and potential sampling variations across economic research.
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 trend represents a quantitative measure of survey participation, which helps economists understand the statistical reliability and representativeness of economic research. Researchers use this metric to assess data quality and potential sampling biases.
Methodology
Data is collected through systematic quarterly surveys, with respondent counts tracked without seasonal adjustments to maintain raw data integrity.
Historical Context
This metric is critical for evaluating the statistical significance and representativeness of economic research and policy analysis.
Key Facts
- Provides raw count of survey participants
- Helps assess data collection quality
- Used in economic research validation
FAQs
Q: What does this trend specifically measure?
A: It tracks the number of survey respondents in a quarterly, non-seasonally adjusted dataset for economic research.
Q: Why are non-seasonally adjusted numbers important?
A: Non-seasonally adjusted data preserves the original survey responses without statistical smoothing, offering a raw view of participation.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: Data is gathered through systematic quarterly surveys across various economic research initiatives.
Q: What is the practical use of tracking respondent numbers?
A: Tracking respondent counts helps researchers assess survey reliability, representativeness, and potential sampling biases.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a consistent snapshot of survey participation over time.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted [CTQ21BRBUNR], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025