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A survey of methods for macroeconomic forecasting:looking for perspective directions in russia
https://doi.org/10.32609/0042-8736-2016-6-45-75
Abstract
The paper describes the evolution of macroeconomic theory in the XX century and the development of empirical models for applied macroeconomic forecasting. A comparison of modern structural and non-structural methods for macroeconomic forecasting is made. We consider the experience of macroeconomic forecasting in Russia and reveal its weaknesses and prospects for improvement.
About the Authors
A. Pestova
Center for Macroeconomic Analysis and Short-Term Forecasting; Institute of Economic Forecasting, RAS; National Research University Higher School of Economics
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
M. Mamonov
Center for Macroeconomic Analysis and Short-Term Forecasting, Institute of Economic Forecasting, RAS; National Research University Higher School of Economics
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
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Pestova A., Mamonov M. A survey of methods for macroeconomic forecasting:looking for perspective directions in russia. Voprosy Ekonomiki. 2016;(6):45-75. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.32609/0042-8736-2016-6-45-75
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