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Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
SFQ61DSNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
2.00
Year-over-Year Change
-66.67%
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 survey representativeness and statistical reliability.
Methodology
Calculated by counting unique survey participants during each quarterly reporting period.
Historical Context
Used by economists to validate survey statistical significance and sampling integrity.
Key Facts
- Quarterly tracking of survey participation
- Indicates research data collection volume
- Critical for statistical validity
FAQs
Q: What does the SFQ61DSNR series measure?
A: It counts the number of survey participants each quarter. Helps validate research statistical integrity.
Q: Why are respondent numbers important?
A: Large, diverse respondent pools increase survey accuracy and representativeness of economic research.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: Quarterly updates provide current snapshot of survey participation rates.
Q: Can respondent numbers impact research conclusions?
A: Yes, sample size directly influences statistical significance and research reliability.
Q: Are these numbers seasonally adjusted?
A: No, this series is not seasonally adjusted, reflecting raw quarterly participation counts.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Number of Respondents (SFQ61DSNR), retrieved from FRED.