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This study introduces a new method for forecasting fertility in incomplete cohorts using a singular-value-decomposition (SVD) model. The model accurately predicts future fertility trends for younger cohorts in most studied countries.

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Area of Science:

Demography
Population Studies
Statistical Modeling

Background:

Forecasting fertility is crucial for population studies and policy-making.
Existing methods may not accurately capture fertility trends in incomplete cohorts.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and evaluate a novel method for forecasting incomplete cohort fertility.
To assess the applicability of the method across different countries.

Main Methods:

Utilized singular-value-decomposition (SVD) to model relationships in completed fertility cohorts.
Applied the established relationship to forecast fertility for incomplete cohorts.
Developed techniques to evaluate model assumptions and data fit.

Main Results:

The SVD-based model demonstrated a good fit for incomplete cohort fertility data in Canada, the USA, and Norway.
Reliable fertility forecasts were achievable for cohorts aged 25 and older in these countries.
The method showed limited applicability in Japan, with reliable forecasts only for cohorts aged 35+.

Conclusions:

The developed SVD method offers a reliable approach for forecasting incomplete cohort fertility in many populations.
Country-specific demographic characteristics, like those in Japan, can impact the method's applicability.
Further research may be needed to refine the model for diverse demographic contexts.