Description: This research report is a summary of an online survey and follow-up discussions with survey respondents on the current state of actuarial modeling controls within U. S. and Canadian life insurance and annuity companies. The current state was then compared to the results from the 2012 survey on this topic to examine the evolution in actuarial model controls and governance. The report also provides an industry assessment and proposes considerations for enhancing the current state towards a well-controlled governance framework.

Description: This report introduces quantum computing to actuaries. In addition, this research will assess and identify areas in the insurance field where quantum computing can make a difference, accompanied with suggested algorithms.

Description: This paper explains a method of computation for the probability of survival which may often be more expeditious than the methods in common use, particularly when the number of lives is large. From Transactions of Society of Actuaries 1959, Vol. 11, No. 29 AB.

Description: As of September 2021, there are 8 recorded webinars available for free to Modeling Section members. Each of the 8 are described, as well as how to access them. There are other Modeling Section-related materials also pointed out (podcasts & newsletter)

Description: Announcement of an upcoming 2003 Stochastic Modeling Symposium.

Description: This report explores the behavioral factors influencing insurance purchase among Gen Z and Millennials for forward-looking purposes, leveraging a rich dataset spanning 22 markets across six continents.

Description: This paper provides actuaries with background and scientific knowledge to understand global climate change and climate model projections for the 21st century.

Description: The Society of Actuaries Retirement Section Research Committee is seeking researchers to explore new modeling approaches for creating pension plan turnover tables.

Description: This article discusses facts and issues related to the selection of a stock’s price distribution.

Description: 1997 Valuation Actuary Symposium, Session 5 explores health cash-flow testing.