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Hierarchical Bayesian Gaussian process regression model for loss reserving using combinations of squared exponential kernels

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  • Ang, Zi Qing
  • Lee, See Keong

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This paper extends the work of Lally and Hartman (2018) on the Gaussian Process (GP) regression with input warping to model claims development and to estimate loss reserves. In an attempt to provide more structure to the loss reserving GP model in improving predictive accuracy and reducing predictive uncertainties, the effects of applying combinations of additive and multiplicative squared exponential kernels into the GP model are being studied. There are evidences of improvements in the estimates of loss reserves when any form of additive kernel is applied in the GP model compared to the multiplicative squared exponential kernel that was proposed in the earlier work.

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  • Ang, Zi Qing & Lee, See Keong, 2022. "Hierarchical Bayesian Gaussian process regression model for loss reserving using combinations of squared exponential kernels," Insurance: Mathematics and Economics, Elsevier, vol. 105(C), pages 54-63.
  • Handle: RePEc:eee:insuma:v:105:y:2022:i:c:p:54-63
    DOI: 10.1016/j.insmatheco.2022.03.008
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    Keywords

    Loss reserving; Bayesian Gaussian process regression; Full Additive kernels; Input warping; Squared exponential kernels;
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    JEL classification:

    • C11 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Econometric and Statistical Methods and Methodology: General - - - Bayesian Analysis: General
    • C53 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Econometric Modeling - - - Forecasting and Prediction Models; Simulation Methods
    • C63 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Mathematical Methods; Programming Models; Mathematical and Simulation Modeling - - - Computational Techniques
    • G22 - Financial Economics - - Financial Institutions and Services - - - Insurance; Insurance Companies; Actuarial Studies

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