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correlation model refers to a statistical technique that helps identify the relationship or connection between two or more variables. It helps determine the extent to which changes in one variable might be associated with changes in another variable. It is often used to predict or understand how one variable might change based on the changes observed in another variable.
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Since bill prices are used as the input into other pricing models (most notably the Black - Scholes option pricing model), the distortions in the Treasure market have the potential to feed into other markets (we've already seen problems with new issue bond pricing due to sharp increases in spreads and blow - ups
of correlation models in the credit default swaps market).
Since then, they've been washed away by a tidal wave of MBAs, VAR /
correlation models, etc... oh, and of course, an exponential expansion of trading / credit losses...
A reader sent me this article about the Gaussian copula, apparently the algorithm that underlay
the correlation models Wall Streeters used to assess mortgage security and derivative risk.
It is ever so easy to create
a correlation model that seems to back - cast well.
Why species need to be mobile or flying, such as spiders, grasshoppers, and snails; learn about his «Green Roof Process -
Correlation Model»;