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Combining forecasts? Keep it simple

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  • Lis Szymon

    (University of Warsaw, Faculty of Economic Sciences, 44/50 Długa street, 00-241 Warsaw, Poland)

  • Chlebus Marcin

    (University of Warsaw, Faculty of Economic Sciences, 44/50 Długa street, 00-241 Warsaw, Poland)

Abstract

This study contrasts GARCH models with diverse combined forecast techniques for Commodities Value at Risk (VaR) modeling, aiming to enhance accuracy and provide novel insights. Employing daily returns data from 2000 to 2020 for gold, silver, oil, gas, and copper, various combination methods are evaluated using the Model Confidence Set (MCS) procedure. Results show individual models excel in forecasting VaR at a 0.975 confidence level, while combined methods outperform at 0.99 confidence. Especially during high uncertainty, as during COVID-19, combined forecasts prove more effective. Surprisingly, simple methods such as mean or lowest VaR yield optimal results, highlighting their efficacy. This study contributes by offering a broad comparison of forecasting methods, covering a substantial period, and dissecting crisis and prosperity phases. This advances understanding in financial forecasting, benefiting both academia and practitioners.

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  • Lis Szymon & Chlebus Marcin, 2023. "Combining forecasts? Keep it simple," Central European Economic Journal, Sciendo, vol. 10(57), pages 343-370, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:vrs:ceuecj:v:10:y:2023:i:57:p:343-370:n:11
    DOI: 10.2478/ceej-2023-0020
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    Keywords

    Machine learning; GARCH models; combined forecasts; commodities; VaR;
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    JEL classification:

    • C53 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Econometric Modeling - - - Forecasting and Prediction Models; Simulation Methods
    • G32 - Financial Economics - - Corporate Finance and Governance - - - Financing Policy; Financial Risk and Risk Management; Capital and Ownership Structure; Value of Firms; Goodwill
    • Q01 - Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics; Environmental and Ecological Economics - - General - - - Sustainable Development

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