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Forecasting with the yield curve; level, slope, and output 1875-1997


Abstract: Using the yield curve helps forecast real growth over the period 1875 to 1997. Using both the level and slope of the curve improves forecasts more than using either variable alone. Forecast performance changes over time and depends somewhat on whether recursive or rolling out of sample regressions are used.

Keywords: Interest rates; Gross national product;

https://doi.org/10.26509/frbc-wp-200611

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Provider: Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

Part of Series: Working Papers (Old Series)

Publication Date: 2006

Number: 0611