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Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
SFQ60A2ESNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 4/1/2025
Summary
Tracks quarterly survey respondent counts for economic research. Provides critical insight into sampling methodology and data collection 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
This metric represents the total number of participants in quarterly economic surveys. It helps researchers assess survey representativeness and statistical reliability.
Methodology
Data collected through systematic quarterly survey sampling across designated economic research platforms.
Historical Context
Used by policymakers and economists to validate survey-based economic research and analysis.
Key Facts
- Quarterly tracking of survey participant numbers
- Critical for statistical validity
- Indicates research engagement levels
FAQs
Q: What does this series measure?
A: Tracks the number of survey participants in quarterly economic research. Provides insight into data collection scope.
Q: Why are respondent numbers important?
A: Higher respondent counts improve statistical reliability and representativeness of economic research.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Updated quarterly with non-seasonally adjusted figures.
Q: Can respondent numbers indicate research trends?
A: Fluctuations can signal changing research participation and economic sentiment.
Q: Are there limitations to this data?
A: Represents raw participant count, not survey quality or depth of responses.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Number of Respondents (SFQ60A2ESNR), retrieved from FRED.