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Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
OTCDQ45BDSNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 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 survey participation trends across various 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
The series represents a raw count of participants in economic surveys, offering a baseline understanding of data collection sample sizes. Economists use this metric to assess the representativeness and statistical reliability of research studies and surveys.
Methodology
Data is collected through systematic quarterly surveys, aggregating the total number of respondents without applying seasonal adjustment techniques.
Historical Context
This trend is crucial for understanding survey sample sizes, research validity, and potential shifts in economic research participation patterns.
Key Facts
- Tracks raw number of survey participants quarterly
- Provides unmodified respondent count without seasonal adjustments
- Helps assess research sample size and representativeness
FAQs
Q: What does this series measure?
A: It measures the total number of survey respondents in a given quarter without applying seasonal adjustments to the data.
Q: Why are unmodified respondent counts important?
A: Raw counts help researchers understand sample sizes and potential variations in survey participation across different periods.
Q: How is this data typically used?
A: Economists and researchers use this metric to validate survey methodologies and assess the statistical reliability of research studies.
Q: What can fluctuations in respondent numbers indicate?
A: Changes in respondent counts might reflect shifts in research engagement, economic conditions, or survey accessibility.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The series 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 [OTCDQ45BDSNR], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025