Prediction Accuracy

Measurement

Prediction Accuracy quantifies how closely a model’s forecasts align with actual future market outcomes, such as price movements or volatility levels. This measurement is typically expressed through statistical metrics like mean absolute error, root mean square error, or directional accuracy. For options, it might involve the precision of implied volatility forecasts compared to realized volatility. Accurate measurement provides an objective assessment of a model’s performance. It is essential for validating any quantitative trading strategy.