52) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which High-Grade Corporate Bonds Are Funded Changed?| A. Terms for Average Clients | 2. Maximum Maturity. | Answer Type: Eased Somewhat
Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
SFQ52A2ESNR • 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
The 'Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted' tracks the total number of individuals who participate in a quarterly survey on economic conditions and sentiment.
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
This economic indicator provides insights into the sample size and participation levels for a key Federal Reserve survey of consumer perceptions and outlooks. The data is used by policymakers and analysts to contextualize other survey-based economic metrics.
Methodology
The data is collected through a quarterly national survey conducted by the Federal Reserve.
Historical Context
This indicator informs the interpretation of related survey-based economic measures used in policymaking and market analysis.
Key Facts
- This data series dates back to 1978.
- Quarterly survey participation has ranged from around 500 to over 1,000 respondents.
- The number of respondents can vary based on factors like economic conditions and survey methodology.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This indicator tracks the total number of individuals who participate in a quarterly survey on consumer economic conditions and sentiment conducted by the Federal Reserve.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: The number of survey respondents provides important context for interpreting the results of the Federal Reserve's consumer survey, which is a key input for policymakers and market analysts.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through a quarterly national survey conducted by the Federal Reserve.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This indicator helps inform the interpretation of survey-based economic measures that are closely watched by policymakers and used to guide decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is released on a quarterly basis with a short lag, and the number of respondents can vary based on economic conditions and survey methodology.
Related Trends
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26) How Has the Intensity of Efforts by Insurance Companies to Negotiate More Favorable Price and Nonprice Terms Changed over the Past Three Months?| Answer Type: Decreased Considerably
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32) How Has the Intensity of Efforts by Investment Advisers to Negotiate More-Favorable Price and Nonprice Terms on Behalf of Separately Managed Accounts Changed over the Past Three Months?| Answer Type: Increased Somewhat
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50) Over the Past Three Months, How Has the Volume of Mark and Collateral Disputes Relating to Contracts of Each of the Following Types Changed?| G. TRS Referencing Non-Securities (Such as Bank Loans, Including, for Example, Commercial and Industrial Loans and Mortgage Whole Loans). | Answer Type: Increased Considerably
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted (SFQ52A2ESNR), retrieved from FRED.