74) Over the Past Three Months, How Have the Terms Under Which Consumer Abs (for Example, Backed by Credit Card Receivables or Auto Loans) Are Funded Changed?| B. Terms for Most Favored Clients, as a Consequence of Breadth, Duration And/or Extent of Relationship | 1. Maximum Amount of Funding. | Answer Type: Eased Somewhat
Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
SFQ74B1ESNR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
0.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
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 sample size variations across different economic research efforts.
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
Economists use this trend to understand the statistical robustness of survey-based economic research and potential sampling variations. The data helps validate the representativeness and reliability of economic surveys and research methodologies.
Methodology
Data is collected through systematic quarterly surveys, with raw counts recorded without seasonal adjustment techniques.
Historical Context
This trend is used in macroeconomic analysis to assess survey reliability, research sampling strategies, and potential data collection biases.
Key Facts
- Represents raw quarterly survey respondent numbers
- Not seasonally adjusted for statistical variations
- Provides insight into survey sampling strategies
FAQs
Q: What does this trend specifically measure?
A: It tracks the total number of survey respondents in a given quarter without applying seasonal adjustment techniques.
Q: Why are non-seasonally adjusted numbers important?
A: Raw numbers help researchers understand actual survey participation without statistical smoothing or normalization.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is typically updated on a quarterly basis, reflecting the most recent survey collection period.
Q: Can this trend indicate research quality?
A: Consistent and representative respondent numbers can suggest robust and reliable economic research methodologies.
Q: What are potential limitations of this trend?
A: The raw count doesn't account for demographic representation or survey response quality, requiring additional contextual analysis.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted [SFQ74B1ESNR], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025