31) To the Extent That the Price or Nonprice Terms Applied to Separately Managed Accounts Established with Investment Advisers Have Tightened or Eased over the Past Three Months (as Reflected in Your Responses to Questions 29 and 30), What Are the Most Important Reasons for the Change?| B. Possible Reasons for Easing | 5. Increased Availability of Balance Sheet or Capital at Your Institution. | Answer Type: 2nd Most Important
Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
CTQ31B52MINR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
1/1/2012 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the number of survey respondents on a quarterly basis without seasonal adjustments. The metric provides insights into data collection methodologies and potential sample size variations across different economic research efforts.
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
Economists use this trend to understand the statistical robustness of survey-based economic research and sampling techniques. The unmodified quarterly count helps researchers assess data collection consistency and potential sampling biases.
Methodology
Data is collected through systematic quarterly surveys, with raw respondent numbers recorded without seasonal adjustments to maintain data integrity.
Historical Context
This metric is crucial for evaluating the statistical reliability and representativeness of economic surveys and research studies.
Key Facts
- Represents raw quarterly survey respondent numbers
- Not seasonally adjusted for maintaining original data integrity
- Provides baseline for understanding survey sample sizes
FAQs
Q: What does this trend specifically measure?
A: It tracks the raw number of survey participants in quarterly economic research without any seasonal modifications.
Q: Why are unmodified respondent numbers important?
A: Unmodified numbers help researchers assess raw data collection consistency and potential sampling variations.
Q: How is this data typically used?
A: Economists and researchers use this to validate survey methodologies and understand sample size dynamics.
Q: What limitations exist in this data?
A: The trend only shows raw respondent counts and does not provide qualitative insights into survey responses.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a consistent snapshot of survey participation rates.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted [CTQ31B52MINR], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025