Issue #47 - ARIMA models: components and parameters
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This week, let’s talk about ARIMA, a popular method for analysing and forecasting Time Series data. ARIMA, an acronym for Auto-Regressive Integrated Moving Average, stands out as a cornerstone in traditional statistical methods for time series forecasting. This approach comprises three components:
ARIMA Components
Auto-Regressive (AR)
The Auto-Regressive component of ARIMA models incorporates a linear combination of previous values of the variable of interest. This feature allows for capturing the serial correlation present in the time series data. By considering the influence of past observations on the current value, AR models provide valuable insights into the temporal dynamics of the series.Moving Average (MA)
In ARIMA, the Moving Average component plays a crucial role in modeling the short-term fluctuations or irregularities in the time series data. Unlike the Auto-Regressive component, which focuses on the influence of past values, the Moving Average component focuses on modeling the dependency between successive error terms. By incorporating a linear combination of past error terms, MA models effectively capture the short-term changes or shocks present in the data.Integrated (I)
The Integrated component of ARIMA is responsible for addressing the issue of non-stationarity in the time series data. By applying differencing techniques, the Integrated component transforms the original non-stationary series into a stationary one, making it possible to model the series using AR and MA components. The number of differencing operations performed is denoted by the parameter "d," which indicates the degree of differencing required to achieve stationarity.
You can find a summary on my post on X:
ARIMA Parameters
Following you can find the equation of an ARIMA model. Its length will depend on the order of the different terms (AR and MA). These are defined through two parameters: 'p' and 'q'. In addition, a third parameter 'd' is also defined to transform data into stationary and be able to model it with the previous two components.
Therefore, ARIMA models leverage three parameters: 'p', 'q', and 'd'. Understanding the meaning of these parameters is fundamental for fine-tuning the model's predictive prowess:
Order of Differencing (d)
Differencing serves as a pivotal technique to transform non-stationary time series data into a stationary format, essential for accurate modeling. The 'd' parameter signifies the number of differencing steps required to mitigate trends and seasonality present in the data, facilitating a more robust analysis.Order of Auto-Regressive Term (p)
The 'p' parameter reveals the significance of past observations in forecasting future values. When 'p' equals 1, it indicates a regression of the time series against its immediate preceding value. Higher values of 'p' extend this analysis to encompass multiple preceding observations, providing a comprehensive understanding of the temporal dynamics at play.Order of the Moving Average Term (q)
Conversely, the 'q' parameter captures the influence of past prediction errors on future forecasts. By regressing the prediction error against its preceding values, the 'q' parameter quantifies the impact of historical inaccuracies on the current forecast. Higher values of 'q' reflect a more pronounced consideration of past errors in shaping future predictions.
Let's recap that information:
'p' captures the impact of past observations on the current forecast, offering insights into the temporal dependencies within the data.
'q' captures the influence of past prediction errors on future forecasts, aiding in the refinement of predictive accuracy.
'd' characterises the differencing process, essential for achieving stationarity and enhancing the model's predictive capabilities.
You can also find this information in one of my posts on X:
Next week I’ll explain how you can select these parameters to optimise your model.
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