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Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
OTCDQ51CISNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.00
Year-over-Year Change
-50.00%
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 economic sentiment trends.
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 quarterly count of survey participants, which can be crucial for understanding sampling techniques and response rates in economic research. Economists use such data to assess the reliability and representativeness of economic surveys and statistical analyses.
Methodology
Data is collected through systematic quarterly surveys, with respondent numbers tracked without applying seasonal adjustment techniques.
Historical Context
This trend is used in macroeconomic analysis to evaluate survey response patterns, statistical sampling integrity, and potential shifts in research participation.
Key Facts
- Tracks quarterly survey respondent numbers
- Not seasonally adjusted
- Provides insight into survey participation trends
FAQs
Q: What does this series measure?
A: It measures the number of survey participants on a quarterly basis without seasonal adjustments. The data helps researchers understand survey response patterns.
Q: Why are non-seasonally adjusted numbers important?
A: Non-seasonally adjusted data provides raw numbers without statistical smoothing, offering a direct view of actual respondent counts across quarters.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: The data is gathered through systematic quarterly surveys, tracking the total number of participants who respond to economic research questionnaires.
Q: What can this trend tell economists?
A: It can indicate changes in survey participation rates, potential shifts in research engagement, and the reliability of sampling methodologies.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The series is updated quarterly, providing a consistent snapshot of survey respondent numbers throughout the year.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted [OTCDQ51CISNR], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025