Insights for Navigating an Uncertain World
“Texas-based statistician and finance specialist Mathew D. Crawford, who analyzes COVID-19 data on his Substack, joined “The Defender In-Depth” podcast today for a deep dive into insurance industry data and concerns about the sharp increase in mortality rates for young adults and higher-than-normal excess deaths.”
Mark Skidmore is Professor of Economics at Michigan State University where he holds the Morris Chair in State and Local Government Finance and Policy. His research focuses on topics in public finance, regional economics, and the economics of natural disasters. Mark created the Lighthouse Economics website and blog to share economic research and information relevant for navigating tumultuous times. View more posts
Not the insurance industry’s place to say WHY there is an increase in death in any segment of the population. They are number counters. That’s it.
Colleen, I would think any business would seek to understand why profits are being eroded by excess fatalities….isn’t it their business to understand?