gretl ☆

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Description:
Software package for econometric analysis

Type: Cask | Latest Version: 2026a@0 | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Other

Tags: econometrics statistics data-analysis science modeling

Install: brew install --cask gretl

About:
gretl is an open-source econometric software suite designed for econometric modeling and time-series analysis. It provides a comprehensive collection of statistical tools including OLS, VAR, and GARCH models, coupled with an intuitive graphical interface. The package enables researchers to perform data manipulation, visualization, and hypothesis testing efficiently.

Key Features:

Graphical User Interface (GUI) and Command Line Interface (CLI)
Supports multiple estimation methods (OLS, VAR, GARCH, etc.)
Integrated scripting language (Hansl) for automation
Cross-platform compatibility (Linux, Windows, macOS)
Publication-quality graphing capabilities

Use Cases:

Academic econometric research and teaching
Time-series forecasting and analysis
Statistical data analysis and visualization

Alternatives:

R – R is a general-purpose statistical language with a steeper learning curve but a vast ecosystem of packages.
Stata – Stata is a proprietary, industry-standard tool offering robust features but requires a paid license.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Jan 30, 2026 6:42pm	2026a	0	VERSION_BUMP	3a6bcf1f
Aug 5, 2025 2:19pm	2025b	0	VERSION_BUMP	3e8860db