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Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
OTCDQ48ARBUNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
17.00
Year-over-Year Change
13.33%
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 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 raw count of participants in economic surveys, offering a baseline understanding of data collection sample sizes. Economists use this metric to assess the statistical reliability and representativeness of research findings.
Methodology
Data is collected through systematic quarterly surveys, with respondents counted without applying seasonal adjustment techniques.
Historical Context
This indicator helps researchers and policymakers evaluate the robustness of economic research by understanding sample sizes and potential survey limitations.
Key Facts
- Provides raw count of survey participants
- Collected on a quarterly basis
- Not seasonally adjusted
FAQs
Q: What does this trend measure?
A: It measures the total number of respondents in economic surveys on a quarterly basis. The count is reported without seasonal adjustments.
Q: Why is the number of respondents important?
A: The respondent count helps assess the statistical validity and representativeness of economic research. Larger sample sizes typically indicate more reliable findings.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: Data is gathered through systematic quarterly surveys across various economic research platforms. Respondents are counted directly without applying seasonal modifications.
Q: How do researchers use this trend?
A: Researchers analyze the respondent count to understand sample sizes, validate research methodologies, and ensure the statistical significance of economic studies.
Q: What are the limitations of this trend?
A: The trend only provides a raw count and does not adjust for seasonal variations or offer deeper insights into survey responses. It should be used in conjunction with other analytical tools.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted [OTCDQ48ARBUNR], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025