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Forecasting economic time series using flexible versus fixed specification and linear versus nonlinear econometric models

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  • Swanson, Norman R. & White, Halbert, 1997. "Forecasting economic time series using flexible versus fixed specification and linear versus nonlinear econometric models," International Journal of Forecasting, Elsevier, vol. 13(4), pages 439-461, December.
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