Dispersion Indicator

CPI dispersion leads output at every turning point; median 12 months, r = +0.37.

Empirical Methods69
Impact Score
Economic Importance
6.0
Novelty
8.0
Theoretical Coverage
7.0
Empirical Coverage
6.0
Article Quality
9.0
Score Reasoning
Importance
Useful empirical method derived from CES theory. CPI dispersion leading output by 12 months is a practical prediction. 4 inbound links.
Novelty
New connection between CES dispersion and economic turning points. The 12-month lead and r=+0.37 correlation provide a novel leading indicator grounded in theory.
Quality
Well-structured article at 5135 chars with clear empirical results and connection to early-warning theory.