Glossary

Our glossary explains technical terms from the areas finance and reinsurance. We hope it facilitates the understanding of our texts, publications and annual reports. If you have comments or suggestions, please use our feedback form!

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
  • Parametric cover
  • Portfolio
  • Premium
  • Present value of future profits (PVFP)
  • Price/earnings ratio (PER)
  • Primary insurer
  • Priority
  • Probability level
  • Property and casualty (re-)insurance
  • Proportional reinsurance
  • Protection cover
  • Provision
  • Provision for unearned premiums (also: unearned premium reserve)
  • Purchase cost, amortised