Research & Conferences
NBP Workshop on Forecasting
26-27 November 2018
Narodowy Bank Polski (NBP) Warsaw, Poland
The workshop will provide an opportunity to share the latest practical solutions in forecasting used by central banks and other institutions and to discuss relevant research developments. Modelling and forecasting of inflation, growth and related higher-frequency indicators, including exchange rates, are within the scope of the workshop. Empirical and theoretical submissions are welcome. Specific topics include, but are not limited to the following:
- Prediction using large data sets or models with time-varying parameters
- Analysis of economic uncertainty
- Univariate and multivariate density forecasts: evaluation, combination, communication
- Applications of unobserved component models, mixture models, non-linear or non-Gaussian models
- Incorporating short time-series and experts’ knowledge into forecasts
Our intention is to provide a sound theoretical background for discussing up-to-date applied forecasting experiences. The workshop is targeted at analysts employed at forecasting units of central banks and forecasting institutions as well as academics interested in the field. The scientific programme will include contributed talks and poster presentations.
Invited speakers:
- Yin-Wong Cheung (City University of Hong Kong)
- Marco Del Negro (Federal Reserve Bank of New York)
- Massimiliano Marcellino (Bocconi University, EABCN, IGIER & CEPR)
Submission of papers:
An extended abstract or a full paper (preferred) should be sent to forecasting@nbp.pl no later than 30 September 2018. The authors of accepted papers will be notified by 17 October 2018. The registration deadline for authors is 26 October 2018.
Practical information:
There is no registration fee. Coffee breaks and lunches will be provided by the organizers. NBP offers accommodation and reimbursement of economy class travel costs (up to a certain limit) for presenters of the accepted papers representing academic institutions.
Important dates:
- 30 September 2018 – paper submission deadline, online registration opens
- 17 October 2018 – notification to authors
- 26 October 2018 – author registration deadline
- 26-27 November 2018 – the workshop takes place
Should you have any questions, please contact: forecasting@nbp.pl