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Introduction to Ratemaking and Loss Reserving for Property and Casualty Insurance

3. Ratemaking (Pricing Insurance Policies)

3.1 Definition & Purpose

• Setting premium rates before policy inception.
• Goal: Rate adequacy, not excessive, not unfairly discriminatory.

Combines historical development with an expected loss ratio to estimate reserves. Expected Loss Ratio: Introduction to Ratemaking and Loss Reserving for Property

You can use this for a textbook chapter, an online course module, or a corporate training presentation. Setting premium rates before policy inception

3. Module 2: Introduction to Ratemaking (Pricing)

Ratemaking is the process of determining the premium to charge for a given unit of coverage (e.g., $1,000 of home insurance or a 6-month auto policy). Combines historical development with an expected loss ratio

1. Introduction

Unlike a manufacturer who knows the cost of raw materials before setting a shelf price, a P&C insurer must estimate the cost of future claims before collecting premiums. Furthermore, due to the "long-tail" nature of many liability lines (e.g., workers' compensation or general liability), claims may be reported and settled years after the policy period ends.

Part 1: The Nature of P&C Insurance Liabilities

Before diving into ratemaking and reserving, one must understand the unique liability structure of P&C insurance. Unlike life insurance, where claims are relatively predictable (actuarial tables for mortality), P&C claims are highly variable and subject to long reporting and payment delays.

The Actuarial Foundation: Introduction to Ratemaking and Loss Reserving

• Example: If losses at 12 months are $100 and at 24 months are $150, the factor is 1.50.