A framework is set up in which linear regression, as a way of approximating a random variable by other random variables, can be carried out in a variety of ways, which moreover can be tuned to the needs of a particular model in finance, or operations research more broadly. Although the idea of...

A retiree with a savings account balance, but without a pension, is confronted with an important investment decision that has to satisfy two conflicting objectives. Without a pension, the function of the savings is to provide post-employment income to the retiree. At the same time, most retirees...