Functional Coefficient Estimation: Part I (Nonparametric Estimation)

Recently, EViews 11 introduced several new nonparametric techniques. One of those features is the ability to estimate functional coefficient models. To help familiarize users with this important technique, we're launching a multi-part blog series on nonparametric estimation, with a particular focus on the theoretical and practical aspects of functional coefficient estimation. Before delving into the subject matter however, in this Part I of the series, we give a brief and gentle introduction to some of the most important principles underlying nonparametric estimation, and illustrate them using EViews programs.