Non-life Insurance Pricing With Generalized Lin... May 2026

: Explains how "log-link" functions are crucial for maintaining strictly positive expected values in pricing models.

The book by Esbjörn Ohlsson and Björn Johansson is considered a foundational text in actuarial science. It bridges the gap between statistical theory and practical tariff analysis in the property and casualty sectors. Core Strengths Non-life insurance pricing with generalized lin...

: It formalizes the use of Generalized Linear Models (GLMs) as the industry standard for insurance pricing, replacing older, less flexible methods like the method of marginal totals. : Explains how "log-link" functions are crucial for

: While covering essential theory, the text emphasizes "the art of setting the price" by including real-world Swedish insurance data (e.g., moped and auto insurance) to illustrate complex modeling scenarios. Core Strengths : It formalizes the use of

: The content is specifically designed to meet the European Core Syllabus for actuarial education, making it an essential resource for students and practicing actuaries.