Description: Hot Topics in Setting Pension Return Assumptions is the third in a series, following Mathematics of Pension Return Assumption and Inflation, focusing on Effects, Forecasts, and Role in Pension Valuations. What time horizon is more appropriate for Capital Market Assumption (CMA) forecasts: mid-term or long-term time horizon, or a blend of both? How do we map the asset classes of a plan's own investment policy to the asset classes of investment forecasters' CMAs? If we use asset-smoothing for valuation assets, should we use market-driven expected returns or smoothed/average versions of them?

Description: Join our expert panel of three influential actuaries with diverse backgrounds for a dynamic seminar on mastering trust-building strategies that will transform your personal and professional life. In today's rapidly changing business landscape, trust has become more crucial than ever before, affecting everything from relationship-building to team dynamics and organizational culture. You'll leave ready to elevate your leadership impact and influence, both in and out of the office.

Description: In this webcast, we will cover steps you can take to build up your business savvy skillset at all levels in your career as actuaries. We will hear from two professionals who have been able to practice this effectively in their careers and create influence via their actions.

Description: This is a press release revealing the inaugural winner of the 2024 SOA Outstanding Educator Award. It also includes some bio information on the winner.

Description: This paper is an introduction to AI technology designed for actuaries to understand how the technology works, the potential risks it could introduce, and how to mitigate risks.

Description: The document is a report summarizing key findings from the 2024 Retirement Risk Survey conducted by the Society of Actuaries Research Institute and Deloitte Consulting LLP. It focuses on the impact of family support on retirement planning and readiness among Americans ages 45 to 80.

Description: Update of IFRS Developments

Description: This article provides insights and advice on job searches and recruiting for actuarial students and candidates to get their very first job.

Description: Chairman’s letter encouraging all actuaries to explore and consider using social media such as texting, LinkedIn, and Facebook.

Description: Purchase Accounting for Insurance Business Combination under China-GAAP from an Actuarial Perspective – Part II