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Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
SFQ60B4ESNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2.00
Year-over-Year Change
100.00%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 4/1/2025
Summary
Tracks the total number of survey respondents in a quarterly economic data collection. Provides context for statistical reliability and survey comprehensiveness.
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 count of participants in a specific economic survey. It helps researchers understand the sample size and potential representativeness.
Methodology
Counted directly from quarterly survey participation records.
Historical Context
Used to assess survey statistical validity and sampling methodology.
Key Facts
- Quarterly non-seasonally adjusted count
- Indicates survey participation levels
- Important for statistical reliability
FAQs
Q: What does this number represent?
A: Total number of participants in a specific economic survey. Indicates sample size and data collection scope.
Q: Why is respondent count important?
A: Larger sample sizes typically provide more statistically reliable and representative results.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Updated quarterly with the latest survey participation information.
Q: Does more respondents mean better data?
A: Generally, more respondents can improve statistical significance, but quality of selection matters too.
Q: Are these respondents randomly selected?
A: Survey methodology varies, but typically involves structured sampling techniques.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Survey Respondent Count (SFQ60B4ESNR), retrieved from FRED.