Personal finance
Strong support for auto-enrolment but knowledge gaps remain
The impact of My Future Fund on SMEs
My Future Fund, the national auto-enrolment (AE) pension scheme, is set to launch on January 1st, 2026. With the start date just months away, payroll providers and employers – particularly small and micro businesses (SMEs) – should start getting ready now.
Addressing the gender gap in pensions
When it comes to addressing the gender gap in pensions, this article will highlight that, although auto-enrolment is welcomed news, it won’t be the full solution in tackling this issue.
Family finances
Protect your pension in sickness and in health
Families feeling the pressure as college costs continue to rise
Zurich's 2025 Cost of Education research highlights that many families are adjusting plans as more students remain at home to offset college costs, in particular rising accommodation costs.
The real cost of college in 2025 and how to save for it
Every year we interview Irish families to find out what they spend to send their children to college. In this article you’ll find what the cost of college is in 2025 and how to save for it.
The Zurich podcast
A breakdown of the latest market developments podcast
In the latest Zurich podcast, our experts Ian Slattery and Jacqueline Hogan delve into the latest market developments and share key investment updates.
Market performance and trends for the first half of the year
It’s been a busy year for markets, in particular equity markets with tariffs, trade negotiations and the economic uncertainty that they pose, being the major themes. This half year investment review and outlook podcast captures the challenges and opportunities and sets the stage for how we can move forward with confidence.
How geopolitical tensions impact the markets podcast
In a period of uncertainty, with central banks continue their rate cutting measures, geopolitical tensions influencing market movements and evolving trade dynamics shaping the investment landscape, it's more important to stay informed. This podcast will discuss what's happened in the markets up until the date of this recording, how this has affected the different asset classes and what this might mean for you as an investor.
Key investment updates podcast
In the latest edition of the Zurich monthly investment review, our experts Ian Slattery and Jacqueline Hogan delve into the latest market developments and share key investment updates. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, this review is packed with valuable information tailored for you.