This paper examines the degree of persistence in UK inflation by applying long-memory methods to historical data that span the period from 1660 to 2016. Specifically, we use both parametric and non-parametric fractional integration techniques, that are more general than those based on the classical I(0) vs. I(1) dichotomy. Further, we carry out break tests to detect any shifts in the degree of persistence, ...
Bestehende Frühwarnsysteme für wirtschaftliche Krisen haben die Auswirkungen des Teufelskreises zwischen Banken und Staaten auf die Finanzstabilität nicht erkannt. Der vor-liegende Beitrag stellt ein neues Prognosemodell für Kredit-risiken im Banken- und Staatssektor vor, das die gegenseitigen Abhängigkeiten zwischen beiden Sektoren berücksichtigt. Dadurch verbessert sich die Genauigkeit der Vorhersage ...
The transition towards low-carbon economies requires massive investments into renewable energies, which are commonly supported through regulatory frameworks. Yet, governments can have incentives - and the ability - to deviate from previously-announced support once those investments have been made, which can deter investments. We analyze a renewable energy regulation game, apply a model of time-inconsistency ...
The global economy is likely to grow by over four percent this year and somewhat less next year. DIW Berlin has slightly raised its forecast for both years. Developed economies as well as emerging markets are experiencing an upturn; however, growth rates are likely to be slightly lower in the future. One reason for the sound global economy is the fact that the labor market situation is steadily improving, ...
The German economy will grow by 2.4 percent this year, especially due to strong foreign demand. Brisk investment activity continues in this economic climate; stimulus from foreign trade, however, is weakening somewhat. Despite strong consumer demand in the coming quarters, employment and economic output growth are losing momentum. However, stimulus measures from the new federal government will increase ...
Die Weltwirtschaft dürfte in diesem Jahr um mehr als vier Prozent wachsen, im kommenden Jahr etwas weniger; das DIW Berlin hat seine Prognose für beide Jahre damit leicht angehoben. Der Aufschwung ist sowohl in den entwickelten Volkswirtschaften als auch in den Schwellenländern weiterhin intakt; allerdings dürften die Zuwachsraten künftig etwas geringer ausfallen. Gründe für die gute Konjunktur sind ...
