Extrapolating, Smoothing and Interpolating Development Factors [Discussion]

Abstract
Mr. Sherman’s paper presents a potpourri of practical applications involving the fitting of a parametric equation to loss development factor data. The particular equation utilized is called the inverse power curve.
Volume
LXXII
Page
182-189
Year
1985
Categories
Financial and Statistical Methods
Statistical Models and Methods
Regression
Actuarial Applications and Methodologies
Reserving
Reserving Methods
Actuarial Applications and Methodologies
Ratemaking
Trend and Loss Development
Publications
Proceedings of the Casualty Actuarial Society
Authors
Stephen P Lowe
David F Mohrman