Publisher's Synopsis
Measuring and Forecasting General Business Conditions is a book written by Warren Milton Persons and originally published in 1922. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the methods used to measure and forecast general business conditions, with a focus on the economic indicators and statistical analyses that were commonly used at the time. Persons begins by discussing the importance of measuring and forecasting business conditions, arguing that accurate predictions can help individuals and organizations make informed decisions about investments, production, and other economic activities. He then provides a detailed explanation of the various indicators that are commonly used to track business conditions, including measures of output, employment, prices, and financial activity.The book also covers a range of statistical techniques that can be used to analyze economic data and forecast future trends. These include regression analysis, time series analysis, and other methods for identifying patterns and relationships in complex data sets. Throughout the book, Persons emphasizes the importance of using multiple indicators and techniques to develop a comprehensive understanding of the economy and make accurate predictions about future trends.Despite its age, Measuring and Forecasting General Business Conditions remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the methods and techniques used to analyze economic data and forecast future trends. While some of the specific indicators and techniques described in the book may be outdated, the general principles and concepts remain relevant and informative for modern readers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.