Insurance and actuarial studies Books

PART I: THE NATURE OF CATASTROPHE Taxonomy of Risk Catastrophes Financial Catastrophe PART II: THE RISK FRAMEWORK The Risk Management Process Models, Metrics and Limitations PART III: PRACTICAL MANAGEMENT Past Catastrophes Lessons Learned and...

Updated and revised, this second edition applies advanced financial analytics within a strategic framework that recognizes an environment where sustainable competitive advantage is a progressively more difficult task. Real options offer the link to value...

Nowadays in European, American and most westernized markets, financial institutions such as Credit Swiss, Deutsche Bank, HSBC, the Islamic Bank of Britain etc, are offering more products and services of Islamic finance. Moreover, a great number of...

The banking industry extensively lobbied against Basel III and governments have been keen to delay its full implementation. Chorafas' latest book takes a well-rounded approach on Basel III's strengths and weaknesses and explains how, without deep...

Introduction Project Planning Sample Selection Gathering and Preparing Data Understanding Relationships in Data Data Transformation (Pre-processing) Model Construction (Parameter Estimation) Validation, Model Performance and Cut-off Strategy Sample Bias...

More than ever, banking competition is based on the ability to control the cost of risk and can be only be managed with excellent internal rating models and very advanced risk management processes. This book is a comprehensive guide to quantitative and...

Restructuring the balance sheets of Western governments, banks and households is an important issue in the recovery after the recent crisis. Chorafas' latest book focuses on sovereign debt, sovereign risk and the developing economic and financial...

This is the first booklength study of the French Caribbean presence in Africa, and serves as a unique contribution to the field of African Diaspora and Colonial studies. By using administrative records, newspapers, and interviews, Véronique Hélénon...

This book offers a comprehensive view on bancassurancefrom its origin to future challenges and opportunities, considering the relevant changes currently interesting the financial services industry. It also provides a detailed review of theoretical and...

List of Illustrations Preface Introduction About the Editors Notes on Contributors PART I: INTEREST RATE MODELLING AND FORECASTING Combining Canadian Interest Rate Forecasts; D.Bolder & Y.Romanyuk Updating the Yield Curve to Analysts' Views; L.Nogueira A...

Acknowledgements Notes on the Contributors Introduction; O.Hieronymi From 'Global Finance' to the Crisis of Globalization; O.Hieronymi An Agenda for the Reform of the International Monetary System; O.Hieronymi The Global Financial Crisis, Central Banking...

Preface Introduction Products and Providers The History of Credit Ethics in Lending Legislation and Consumer Rights The Economics of Credit and its Marketing Credit Granting Decisions Credit Reference Agencies Credit Management Appendix A: The...

This book is a comprehensive chronicle of the transformation of the intensely competitive British insurance industry in response to evolving economic, social, technological and political conditions. It analyzes the fast-changing shape of the distribution...

Introduction to Risk Management and Derivatives Introduction to Shipping Markets Statistical Tools for Risk Analysis and Modelling Freight Market Information Forward Freight Agreement Technical Analysis and Freight Trading Strategies Options on Freight...

Many risks face the global insurance industry today, including the aging populations of developed countries, competition from other financial institutions, and both disparate and quickly changing regulatory demands, to name a few. The book's contributors...

Deposit insurance has risen rapidly over the last few years across the world. It was brought into renewed prominence with the reform of the system in the United States in the 1980s after the Savings and Loans crisis, and was accelerated by the rash of...

Introduction PART 1: RETAIL RISKS: PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS Employee Theft Managing Employee Honesty Vendor Theft and Error Controlling Cargo Theft Shoplifting Point-of-Sale Risks Miscellaneous Risks PART 2: IDENTIFYING AND PRIORITiZING RISKS Security...

A Manual of Maritime Law, written by Francesco Rocco in 1809, is a comprehensive guide to the legal aspects of shipping, freight, and insurance. Divided into two treatises, the first section covers the laws and regulations regarding ships and their...

A classic textbook that has guided generations of students through the intricacies of property valuation, The Income Approach to Property Valuation remains a keen favourite amongst students and teachers alike. This new edition has been thoroughly revised...

Designed as a comprehensive guide for insurance professionals, this book covers all aspects of business insurance. From policy creation and underwriting to claims and risk management, author Charles Harcourt Ainslie ForbesLindsay offers practical advice...

Delve into the fascinating world of life insurance and its history in this informative and engaging book. With detailed discussions of the industry's past, present, and future, including a focus on the epochal investigation era of 1905-1908, this book is...

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the Royal Insurance Company, one of the leading insurance companies in the UK in the 19th century. The author describes the origins, growth, and diversification of the company, and highlights its...

This book is an informative address by the author on the appraisal of fire losses at the one hundredth meeting of the Insurance Society of New York in 1914. It covers important aspects of fire losses and how to appraise them. This book is a must-read for...

This comprehensive textbook covers the principles of life insurance and the various types of policies available. It delves into topics such as interest, life annuities, and assurances. Written by experts in the field, Ralph Todhunter and George King,...

Get a comprehensive guide to life assurance principles and practices, including best practices as documented by leading scholars in the field. This book also includes insightful handbooks that are sure to help you navigate the complex world of life...

This book offers a detailed and practical guide to creating friendly societies to provide assistance to the poor, with an emphasis on ensuring their stability and preventing insolvency. It's an important work for anyone concerned with social welfare and...

A Dutch-language book about the insurance practice of reassurance, which involves a transfer of risk between insurance companies. The book raises several questions about the legal, financial, and ethical implications of the reassurance process.This work...

A comprehensive guide to understanding the principles and practices of life insurance, written by one of the foremost experts in the field. This book covers a wide range of topics, from underwriting and policy issuance, to risk management and claims...

This is the official report of the Pension and Retirement Fund Commission, presented to the US Congress in 1909. It provides an overview of the current state of pension plans in the United States and highlights the need for reform.This work has been...

David Lynn Bickelhaupt provides a comprehensive guide to the complex world of multiple line insurance companies in this essential work. Covering topics such as risk management, underwriting, and claims handling, Bickelhaupt offers invaluable insights and...

This comprehensive history of the World's Insurance Congress provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of insurance over the past century. From the early days of mutual societies to the modern era of big data and complex financial instruments, the...

This book is an analysis of the challenges faced by salaried men, particularly professors, when it comes to providing financial protection for their families. It delves into the intricacies of life insurance policies and provides insight for individuals...

A practical guide to the role of life insurance in financial planning, with a focus on the needs of general practitioners. This book provides valuable insights into the industry and offers expert advice on policy selection, underwriting, and claims...

Originally published in the Harvard Law Review in 1910, Savings Insurance remains a seminal work on the topic of insurance and financial regulation. In the article, future Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis argues for the benefits of savings banks that...

Dieses Buch enthält eine Sammlung von Charters von amerikanischen Lebensversicherungsunternehmen. Die Spectator Company aus New York stellt hier wichtige Dokumente aus der Geschichte dieser Branche bereit und gibt Einblick in deren Entwicklung und...

This book provides a detailed history of the New-York Life Insurance Company from its founding in 1845 up to 1895. It includes information on the company's early challenges and successes, as well as its role in shaping the broader insurance industry in...

Few people understand the intricacies of fire insurance laws and regulations better than the Spectator, whose insightful commentary on this critical aspect of modern life has made him one of the most respected voices in the field. In this book, he offers...

The Insurance Almanac provides a wealth of information on all aspects of the insurance industry. Covering a wide range of topics from company profiles to industry statistics to regulatory changes, this annual publication is an essential reference for...

This fascinating historical account chronicles the remarkable achievements of both the United States as a nation and the Insurance Company of North America. A must-read for anyone interested in American history or the insurance industry.This work has...

Published in 1951, this book provides an in-depth analysis of various pension plans, endowment plans, life assurance plans, and other employee benefits offered by commercial enterprises. Written by Harold Dougharty, a leading expert in the field, this...

This fascinating document provides a detailed look at the history and regulations of the Edinburgh Friendly Insurance, one of the oldest and most respected insurance companies in Scotland. From its origins as a small mutual society in the 18th century to...

This collection of journals is a must-have for anyone studying or practicing actuarial science. It covers a wide range of topics, including life insurance, pensions, and investments. It also includes detailed case studies and practical examples, making...

This comprehensive treatise covers all aspects of insurances, from marine insurance to fire and life insurance. The authors provide a detailed analysis of the legal principles and practices governing these types of insurance, as well as practical...

Originally published in 1923, this book provides a comprehensive history and analysis of personal accident and sickness insurance. The author explores how these types of insurance policies developed in response to changing social and economic conditions...

This practical guide to insurance premiums is an essential tool for underwriters and insurance professionals. It provides a clear and concise explanation of the principles of premium calculation, and includes numerous examples and case studies to...