52) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which High-Grade Corporate Bonds Are Funded Changed?| B. Terms for Most Favored Clients, as a Consequence of Breadth, Duration And/or Extent of Relationship | 2. Maximum Maturity. | Answer Type: Remained Basically Unchanged
Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
SFQ52B2RBUNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
20.00
Year-over-Year Change
11.11%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 4/1/2025
Summary
Tracks quarterly survey respondent count for economic research. Provides critical insight into sampling methodology and statistical representation.
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 metric represents the total number of participants in a specific quarterly economic survey. It helps researchers assess data collection reliability and statistical significance.
Methodology
Counted directly from survey participation records during quarterly data collection periods.
Historical Context
Used by economists to validate survey statistical power and representativeness.
Key Facts
- Quarterly tracking of survey participant count
- Indicates research sample size variations
- Critical for statistical validity assessment
FAQs
Q: What does this series measure?
A: Tracks the number of survey participants in a specific quarterly economic research effort.
Q: Why are respondent numbers important?
A: Larger sample sizes increase statistical reliability and research accuracy.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Quarterly updates provide current snapshot of survey participation.
Q: Can respondent numbers change significantly?
A: Variations can occur due to research design, recruitment strategies, or economic conditions.
Q: How do researchers use this data?
A: To validate survey methodology and ensure representative economic research.
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56) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which High-Yield Corporate Bonds Are Funded Changed?| B. Terms for Most Favored Clients, as a Consequence of Breadth, Duration And/or Extent of Relationship | 1. Maximum Amount of Funding. | Answer Type: Eased Somewhat
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8) Considering the Entire Range of Transactions Facilitated by Your Institution for Such Clients, How Has the Use of Financial Leverage by Hedge Funds Changed Over the Past Three Months?| Answer Type: Increased Somewhat
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Number of Respondents (SFQ52B2RBUNR), retrieved from FRED.