By Carlos Fuentes
Introduction
Classic: A book that people praise and don’t read—Mark Twain
Feature
By Jennifer K. Chancey
Capital is the buzzword of the day. Does a bank have enough of it right now? Would it be enough to survive a recession or a depression?
By Jeff Reeves
Their daily work may be different, but these younger actuaries share many perspectives about the big picture—and where the profession is headed.
By Jack Cumming
It’s common for older people to want to protect themselves against the contingencies of aging, principally those requiring long-term care—cognitive decline, loss of function, dependency, etc.
By Thomas Ryan
There is tremendous focus now on the promise and potential of “insurtech,” the blending of insurance and advanced technology.
By Michael G. Malloy
Dog is said to be man’s best friend, and cats are notoriously curious … so what are we doing to make sure these curious, furry friends stay healthy throughout their lives?
By Keith Passwater, Dave Nelson, and Thomas Friedrich
Influenza (flu) is an infectious respiratory illness caused by a family of influenza viruses.
By D. Joeff Williams
I recently read a book about archery that made me think about how complex the apparently simple act of hitting a target is.
By Kevin Wolf
I’ve been giving talks every May for the past five years to a group of my friends and some senior citizens.
By Olyvia Leahy
While actuarial models are by their nature quite scientific, the process of developing and adapting a model requires a bit of art as well.