Analysis of the Economy Using Data – FTI Consulting

In a rapidly changing world plagued by political uncertainty, increased regulation, economic instability, and heightened public demands, organizations find themselves facing immense pressure to justify their decisions through robust and data-driven analysis. It is no longer sufficient to simply state what occurred; organizations need to provide explanations for why events unfolded as they did and offer insights on how to proceed in the future. With the proliferation of data resources and more advanced analytical tools, the standard for credible evidence has risen significantly. In this challenging environment, comprehensive economic and statistical insights are crucial for resolving disputes, shaping strategies, and demonstrating accountability.

Our team of experts boasts extensive experience in economics, statistics, econometrics, and computer science, making us well-equipped to apply sophisticated analytical techniques to large datasets. We specialize in tackling pivotal cause-and-effect queries in the contexts of dispute resolution and advisory services. Our clients benefit from our ability to evaluate the validity of claims, test hypotheses related to causation and liability, quantify damages, and deliver economic and statistical analyses across various sectors.

Some instances where we have provided our services include the following:

**Disputes:**
– Differentiating the impact of alleged fraud from other factors influencing profits.
– Assessing how purported defects led to increased product malfunctions and returns.
– Developing and assessing statistical samples for disputes in insurance and construction domains.
– Evaluating the efficacy of machine learning in detecting market manipulation.
– Determining causation and damages in securities litigation.

**Advisory:**
– Analyzing the influence of e-cigarette regulations on tobacco consumption rates.
– Modeling the impact of tax adjustments on retailer profitability and government revenue.
– Evaluating the economic repercussions of changes to intellectual property laws.
– Creating machine learning tools to gauge brand sentiment on social media platforms.
– Projecting European electric vehicle adoption under various technological, policy, and consumer scenarios.

Our comprehensive assistance spans every phase of the data analysis procedure:

– **Defining the issue and approach:** Clearly delineating the commercial or legal problem, framing precise questions, and outlining the analytical pathway to ensure a focused investigation.
– **Determining data requirements:** Identifying the necessary data, understanding the problem’s scope, and selecting suitable analytical methods.
– **Acquiring and organizing datasets:** Compiling all essential information from public and private sources to facilitate analysis.
– **Designing and analyzing statistical samples:** Establishing robust and practical samples for collecting data when required.
– **Interpreting data:** Delving into datasets to comprehend their structure, content, and implications.
– **Preparation for analysis:** Cleaning and rectifying errors or inconsistencies in the data to ensure accuracy.
– **Performing targeted analyses:** Utilizing appropriate econometrics, statistics, and data science techniques.
– **Presenting results:** Converting findings into actionable insights while acknowledging any limitations.
– **Communicating outcomes:** Delivering clear and compelling insights to legal stakeholders, businesses, courts, tribunals, and policymakers.