Keywords

HAR-RV model, realized volatility, covariance matrix, factor model

Abstract

We present a new matrix-logarithm model of the realized covariance matrix of stock returns. The model uses latent factors which are functions of lagged volatility, lagged returns and other forecasting variables. The model has several advantages: it is parsimonious; it does not require imposing parameter restrictions; and, it results in a positive-definite estimated covariance matrix. We apply the model to the covariance matrix of size-sorted stock returns and find that two factors are sufficient to capture most of the dynamics.

Original Publication Citation

“Forecasting Multivariate Realized Stock Market Volatility,” (with Greg Bauer), 2011, Journal of Econometrics, 160:1, 93-101.

Document Type

Peer-Reviewed Article

Publication Date

2011

Publisher

Journal of Econometrics

Language

English

College

Marriott School of Business

Department

Finance

University Standing at Time of Publication

Full Professor

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