Understanding Cointegration and Error Correction Models in Eviews

In-Class Exercise 7

Question 1

This question helps to familiarize you with the analysis of cointegration and the error correction model. The dataset we are using is forex.csv, which can be downloaded from Moodle.

Part 1: Using Eviews for Analysis

First, load the file into Eviews. To get a sense of the data over the sampling period, highlight and open the two series spotrate and forwardrate. Then choose View > Graph and click OK.

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Clearly, the two series show some trending behavior, and they

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Analysis of Cointegration and Error Correction Models

In-Class Exercise 7

Question 1

This question helps to familiarize with the analysis of cointegration and error correction models. The dataset we are using is forex.csv, which can be downloaded from Moodle.

Part 1: Using Eviews for Analysis

First, load the file into Eviews. To get a sense of the data over the sampling period, highlight and open the two series spotrate and forwardrate. Then choose View -> Graph and click OK.

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Clearly, the two series show some trending behavior, and they seldom

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Financial Statement Analysis: Ratios & Explanatory Notes

Financial Statement Analysis

Explanatory Notes to Financial Statements

1. What should be done to ensure a valid comparison of two balance sheet items?

The CPI for the previous year’s balance sheet should be applied to make comparisons in real terms over the current year.

2. What is the purpose of the Explanatory Notes to the Financial Statements and when are they most relevant?

The explanatory notes are an essential complement to the financial statements. They provide context and background information,

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Data Visualization: An Overview and Practical Guide

Data Visualization Overview

Important Factors When Designing a Visualization

Goal/Purpose: This is usually determined before starting.

  • Data (What?): What data will be used?
  • Audience (Who?): Who is the visualization for?
  • Types of Visualization (How?): How will the data be visualized?

Tools for Visualization

  • Tableau: Extremely user-friendly, similar to PowerPoint.
  • D3.js: JavaScript framework for manipulating SVG objects, used for programming visualizations.
  • Python: Python Notebook and Matplotlib are popular
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Project Financial Analysis

Reinvestment Balance

InvestmentYear 2Year 4Year 5Year 6Year 8
Machine Cable (Unbraided)361.4
Metal Cutting Machine
Metal Machine Blades132.5132.5
Precision Tools
Crane Fork1116.4
Atril
Truck (Luv 1600 cc)373.9373.6
Truck (Kamaz)1455.3
Basic Tools (General)130.3130.3
Other Minor Expenses
Total Reinvestment Balance373.9262.81816.71490

4.13.4 – Balance of Personnel

The cost of labor is one of the main items of the operating costs of a project. The relative importance they have within them will depend, inter alia,

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Understanding Academic Sources and Citations: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding Academic Sources and Citations

Part I: Identifying Correct Citations

Example 1:

“In the argument culture, criticism, attack, or opposition are the predominant if not the only ways of responding to people or ideas” (Tannen 7).

Identify the correct parenthetical citation for this source:

Tannen, Deborah. The Argument Culture. Toronto: Random House, 1998.

Answer: (Tannen 7)

Example 2:

“Before mid-millennium, Gen Xers will be the CEOs of the future” (Brundage and Lahey 103).

Identify the correct

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