31) To the Extent That the Price or Nonprice Terms Applied to Separately Managed Accounts Established with Investment Advisers Have Tightened or Eased over the Past Three Months (as Reflected in Your Responses to Questions 29 and 30), What Are the Most Important Reasons for the Change?| A. Possible Reasons for Tightening | 1. Deterioration in Current or Expected Financial Strength of Counterparties. | Answer Type: First in Importance
Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted
CTQ31A1MINR • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
1.00
Year-over-Year Change
N/A%
Date Range
1/1/2012 - 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 variations in economic research sampling.
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 trend represents a raw count of participants in economic surveys, reflecting the sample size and potential response rates for specific research initiatives. Economists use this data to understand the reliability and representativeness of economic research and surveys.
Methodology
Data is collected through systematic quarterly surveys, with each respondent counted without applying seasonal adjustment techniques.
Historical Context
This metric is crucial for assessing the statistical validity and potential bias in economic research and policy analysis.
Key Facts
- Represents raw respondent count without seasonal adjustments
- Provides insight into survey participation rates
- Used to validate statistical research methodologies
FAQs
Q: What does this trend specifically measure?
A: It tracks the total number of survey participants in a given quarter before any seasonal adjustments are applied.
Q: Why are non-seasonally adjusted numbers important?
A: They provide a direct view of raw data without statistical smoothing, which can be crucial for understanding underlying variations.
Q: How is this data collection series identified?
A: The unique series ID is CTQ31A1MINR, which allows precise tracking and reference in economic databases.
Q: How do researchers use this type of data?
A: Researchers assess sample sizes, response rates, and potential biases in economic surveys and studies.
Q: How frequently is this data updated?
A: The data is collected and reported on a quarterly basis, providing regular insights into survey participation.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Number of Respondents, Quarterly, Not Seasonally Adjusted [CTQ31A1MINR], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025