48) Over the Past Three Months, How Have Initial Margin Requirements Set by Your Institution with Respect to Trs Referencing Non-Securities (Such as Bank Loans, Including, for Example, Commercial and Industrial Loans and Mortgage Whole Loans) Changed?| A. Initial Margin Requirements for Average Clients. | Answer Type: Increased Considerably

Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted

OTCDQ48AICNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

0.00

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 and survey participation rates across various economic research initiatives.

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 raw count of participants in economic surveys, offering a baseline understanding of research engagement and response patterns. Economists use this data to assess survey reliability, sampling methods, and potential biases in economic research.

Methodology

Data is collected through systematic quarterly surveys, aggregating the total number of respondents across different economic research projects.

Historical Context

This metric helps researchers and policymakers evaluate the statistical robustness of economic surveys and understand potential limitations in data collection.

Key Facts

  • Provides a raw count of survey participants without seasonal adjustments
  • Helps assess the reliability and representativeness of economic research
  • Offers insights into research engagement and response rates

FAQs

Q: What does this trend specifically measure?

A: It measures the total number of survey respondents in economic research on a quarterly basis, without applying seasonal adjustments.

Q: Why is the number of respondents important?

A: The number of respondents helps researchers evaluate the statistical significance and potential biases in economic surveys.

Q: How is this data typically used?

A: Economists and researchers use this data to understand survey participation rates and assess the quality of economic research methodologies.

Q: What limitations might this trend have?

A: The raw count doesn't account for response quality, demographic representation, or potential sampling biases.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: The data is updated quarterly, providing a consistent snapshot of survey participation across different research projects.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted [OTCDQ48AICNR], retrieved from FRED.

Last Checked: 8/1/2025