Actuarial Reserve

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Definition: Actuarial Reserve


Actuarial Reserve


Full Definition of Actuarial Reserve


The amount of money an insurance company is liable to pay out according to the estimated present value of future income derived from a contingent event. The amount of money an insurance policy will eventually pay out to the beneficiary in the event of death or accident, is an example of an actuarial reserve.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Actuarial Reserve are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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