60) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which Equities Are Funded (Including Through Stock Loan) Changed?| A. Terms for Average Clients | 4. Collateral Spreads over Relevant Benchmark (Effective Financing Rates). | Answer Type: Eased Considerably

Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted

SFQ60A4ECNR • 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 count for economic research. Provides critical insight into data collection and statistical sampling methodologies.

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 data reliability and representativeness.

Methodology

Collected through systematic survey sampling across designated economic research platforms.

Historical Context

Used by policymakers and economists to validate statistical research and survey integrity.

Key Facts

  • Quarterly tracking of survey participant numbers
  • Critical for assessing research statistical validity
  • Provides transparency in economic data collection

FAQs

Q: What does this series measure?

A: Tracks the number of participants in quarterly economic surveys. Helps validate research statistical integrity.

Q: Why are respondent numbers important?

A: Higher respondent counts increase statistical reliability and representativeness of economic research.

Q: How often is this data updated?

A: Updated quarterly with non-seasonally adjusted figures.

Q: Who uses this data?

A: Economists, researchers, and policymakers use this to assess survey quality and research methodology.

Q: What are potential limitations?

A: Sample size and selection method can impact overall data representativeness.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, Number of Respondents Quarterly (SFQ60A4ECNR), retrieved from FRED.
60) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which Equities Are Funded (Including Through Stock Loan) Changed?| A. Terms for Average Clients | 4. Collateral Spreads over Relevant Benchmark (Effective Financing Rates). | Answer Type: Eased Considerably | US Economic Trends