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weighted average loss forecasting

Weighted average loss forecasting predicts future losses by assigning a greater weight, typically to more recent years, when developing a forecast of future losses.

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weighted average loss forecasting

Weighted average loss forecasting predicts future losses by assigning a greater weight, typically to more recent years, when developing a forecast of future losses.

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Recent years receive greater weight because they tend to more closely approximate current conditions (e.g., benefit levels, nature of company operations, medical expenses).

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