Commentary: How We Deal with Zero Actuals Has a Huge Impact on the MAPE and Optimal Forecasts

Stephan Kolassa

Foresight: The International Journal of Applied Forecasting, 2023, issue 69, 13-16

Abstract: Kolassa comments on Tichy's feature article, "Is It Time to Retire the MAPE?" His position is "Although the shortcomings of the MAPE have been known for a long time, the consequences of these shortcomings are becoming more and more serious because of the way forecasting is evolving." Copyright International Institute of Forecasters, 2023

Date: 2023
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