Because much economic data has cycles, multiple trends and non-linearity, simple linear regression is often inappropriate for time-series work, according to Yale University.

Using historical data and regression analysis has its limitations in business forecasting. For example, a significant correlation between the independent and dependent variable does not ...

Discover how linear regression works, from simple to multiple linear regression, with step-by-step examples, graphs and real-world applications.

The four main methods are straight line forecasting, moving average forecasting, simple linear regression forecasting and multiple linear regression forecasting.

However, several tools in Excel are readily accessible and easy to use to help with forecasting revenues and costs. The use of regression analysis can significantly enhance the accuracy of your ...

When multiple variables are associated with a response, the interpretation of a prediction equation is seldom simple.

Learn how to graph linear regression in Excel. Use these steps to analyze the linear relationship between an independent and a dependent variable.

Dr. James McCaffrey from Microsoft Research presents a complete end-to-end demonstration of linear regression with two-way interactions between predictor variables. Compared to standard linear ...

A Two-Stage Forecasting Model: Exponential Smoothing and Multiple Regression By: D. B. Crane and James R. Crotty Format: Print ...