We use a real-time forecasting approach to study the predictability of excess returns on a benchmark Euro Area real-estate index. The real-time forecasting approach accounts for the fact that, in real time, an investor forecasts returns under conditions of model instability and model...

Kurse und Konjunkturzyklen: Verursachen Finanzmarktvolatilitäten Schwankungen der realwirtschaftlichen Aktivität? Dieser Beitrag analysiert den Zusammenhang zwischen Finanzmarktvolatilität und realer ökonomischer Aktivität. Unter Verwendung von Monatsdaten für die Bundesrepublik...

We analyze the interaction of stock market movements and politics in Germany. In contrast to the empirical evidence available for the U.S., we do not find that German stock market returns tend to be higher during liberal than during conservative governments. Also in contrast to results for the...