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The sensitivity of VAR forecasts to alternative lag structures

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  • Hafer, R. W.
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  • Hafer, R. W. & Sheehan, Richard G., 1989. "The sensitivity of VAR forecasts to alternative lag structures," International Journal of Forecasting, Elsevier, vol. 5(3), pages 399-408.
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