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‘Seismicity’ – Re/Insurers Ponder the Impact of Human-Caused Earthquakes

Earthquakes, the natural kind caused by the movements of vast tectonic plates, have been occurring since the dawn of time. But now there is a new type of quake, the study of which has been labeled “seismicity,” which is being …

Commentary: Accounting for Non-Modeled Sources of Loss

The purpose of modeling is to anticipate the likelihood and severity of catastrophes so that companies can prepare for their financial impact — before they occur. The evidence suggests that, for the most part, modeling has achieved its mission. Eleven …