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Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
SFQ74A4TCNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
-100.00%
Date Range
10/1/2011 - 4/1/2025
Summary
This economic indicator tracks the number of survey respondents on a quarterly basis without seasonal adjustments. The metric provides insights into data collection methodologies and potential survey participation trends across various economic research initiatives.
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
The series represents a raw count of survey participants, offering economists a baseline understanding of data collection sample sizes. Researchers use this metric to assess the statistical reliability and representativeness of economic surveys and research studies.
Methodology
Data is collected through systematic quarterly surveys, aggregating the total number of respondents across different economic research projects.
Historical Context
This trend helps researchers and policymakers evaluate the robustness of economic surveys and understand potential sampling variations.
Key Facts
- Tracks raw number of survey participants quarterly
- Provides insights into research sample sizes
- Helps assess survey statistical reliability
FAQs
Q: What does this series measure?
A: It measures the total number of survey respondents in a given quarter without seasonal adjustments. This helps researchers understand participation rates in economic surveys.
Q: Why are non-seasonally adjusted numbers important?
A: Non-seasonally adjusted data shows raw numbers without accounting for predictable seasonal variations. This provides a direct view of actual survey participation.
Q: How is this data collected?
A: The data is gathered through systematic quarterly surveys across various economic research projects. Each survey records the total number of participants.
Q: What can researchers learn from this series?
A: Researchers can assess survey sample sizes, evaluate data collection consistency, and understand potential trends in economic research participation.
Q: How often is this data updated?
A: The series is updated quarterly, providing a consistent snapshot of survey respondent numbers throughout the year.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted [SFQ74A4TCNR], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025