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CP036: How to do trend analysis using Excel?

  • Last updated on June 23, 2015
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In the 36th session of Chandoo.org podcast, Let’s follow the trend.

How to do trend analysis in Excel - episode 36 - chandoo.org podcast

What is in this session?

In this podcast,

  • A quick trip to down under
  • What is trend analysis
  • 4 types of common trends
    • linear
    • curve
    • cyclical
    • strange
  • Doing trend analysis in Excel – the process
  • How to use trend analysis results
  • Conclusions

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Links & Resources mentioned in this podcast

Trend Analysis – formulas & chart techniques:

Calculating moving averages in Excel

Regression & complex trend analysis:

Reference book: Data smart by John Foreman

Transcript of this session:

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How do you analyze trends?

For my work, I use both cyclical & linear trend analysis techniques. The insights from these help me to optimize my blog posts, understand best times to publish new articles & analyze how well various marketing initiatives are working out.

What about you? How do you analyze trends? What techniques do you apply? Please share your tips in the comments area.

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