Events
Hands-on Training in Macro, Forecasting, & AI.
At SmartMacro Labs, our events are designed to be more than lectures. Each program is a working session where participants engage directly with macro modeling, forecasting, AI, and Python. The goal is simple: leave with tools and frameworks you can apply immediately in your own work.
We focus on clarity over complexity. That means starting with the fundamentals of macro modeling and forecasting, then building toward advanced applications like vector autoregressions, scenario analysis, and AI-augmented tools. The approach is always practical, using real data and case studies.
Whether you join a one-day workshop, our flagship multi-day training, or an on-demand program for your team, the experience is the same: hands-on, approachable, and designed to make macro both rigorous and usable.
All That Glitters - Modeling Gold | December 12th 2025 | Midtown NYC
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Description
Gold tells the story of every macro cycle — from inflation and real yields to shifts in global risk appetite. This one-day intensive workshop explores how data, economics, and AI-assisted modeling can help decode that story.
Through guided, hands-on sessions in Python, participants will learn how to identify gold’s key drivers, test relationships with modern econometric and machine-learning tools, and translate results into meaningful insights for strategy and research.
No prior coding background is required — a short Python primer and starter notebook will be shared before the workshop.
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Agenda
Morning: Set the stage with a quick look at gold’s market structure and long-term behavior. Explore historical data and macro linkages to understand what really drives price movements.
Afternoon: Build forecasting frameworks using a mix of econometric, AI, and machine-learning approaches. Compare model outcomes, interpret results, and discuss how these tools can inform macro views and portfolio positioning.
After the Workshop: Each participant is invited to a 30-minute follow-up session to discuss how to apply the material in their own workflow.
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Details
Location: Midtown Manhattan — New York City
Date: December 12th, 2025
Investment: $599
Format: Small-group, interactive, and hands-on
Includes: Python primer video + notebook, curated data sets, and reusable templates
Designed for: Professionals working in research, investment strategy, and macroeconomic analysis — from institutions to family offices — looking to sharpen their analytical edge.
Model Behavior – AI Macro Modeling
| March 23-24th 2026 | Midtown NYC
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Description
This two-day workshop is where econometric modeling meets artificial intelligence.
We’ll explore how new tools can help us build faster, test smarter, and communicate results more clearly — without replacing the economic reasoning that still drives great forecasting.
Participants will follow step-by-step in Python, blending classical time-series techniques with modern AI workflows for cleaner code, better diagnostics, and sharper insights.
No prior coding experience required — you’ll receive a short Python primer and starter notebook before the course.
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Agenda
Day 1: Build strong foundations. We’ll revisit regression and time-series concepts through a modern lens, exploring how AI can streamline traditional econometric modeling.
Day 2: Move from models to strategy. We’ll extend into multi-equation frameworks, integrate AI for interpretation and visualization, and experiment with hybrid macro–machine learning forecasting.
After the Course: Each participant is invited to a 30-minute follow-up session to discuss implementation, workflow design, and applications in their own organization.
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Details
Location: Midtown Manhattan — New York City
Dates: March 23–24, 2026
Investment: $1,199
Format: Small-group, interactive, hands-on training
Includes: Python primer + notebook, course materials, reusable templates
Designed for: Professionals in research, strategy, or investment roles looking to modernize their macro modeling practice with AI-enhanced methods.
Designed For Depth
SmartMacro Labs is a training partner for Haver Analytics, ensuring participants work directly with high-quality economic and financial data. Our courses also qualify for CFA and GARP continuing education credit, making them a practical choice for professionals who want to strengthen their skills while meeting ongoing requirements.
Whether in-person or online, every program is kept intentionally small and interactive. That intimacy allows for real discussion, tailored guidance, and a depth of learning that large-format conferences simply can’t provide. It also creates space for genuine connection — participants learn not only from the material, but from engaging with fellow professionals and experts facing similar challenges.
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