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07/10/2026 | Zurich Ireland

Everything you need to know about Budget 2027

Budget 2027, announced on 6th October 2026, delivers an approximately €8.5 billion package, comprising €7 billion in expenditure measures and €1.65 billion in tax measures, including supports to address energy costs. 
28/09/2026 | Zurich Ireland | Jacqueline Hogan

Zurich launches Indexed Climate Focus World Equity fund

Following the hottest summer on record – a continuing pattern that is likely to play out again, and again - many investors no longer ask if climate change matters for their investments - they ask how their portfolios can reflect that reality without compromising long-term returns.

15/09/2026 | Zurich Ireland

Everything you need to know about pension contributions

Whether you are self-employed or already in a company pension scheme or in non-pensionable employment, the need to save for a pension for your retirement is abundantly clear. In this article we will focus on the tax saving benefits available from the government to encourage people to plan for their retirement – and hopefully demonstrate why pensions are the most tax efficient form of savings around.

Family finances

07/10/2026 | Zurich Ireland

Everything you need to know about Budget 2027

Budget 2027, announced on 6th October 2026, delivers an approximately €8.5 billion package, comprising €7 billion in expenditure measures and €1.65 billion in tax measures, including supports to address energy costs. 
28/09/2026 | Zurich Ireland | Xanthe Scheenjes

Three questions to ask during your next pension review

Reviewing your pension is an important part of financial planning. It provides an opportunity to assess whether you're on track to achieve the retirement lifestyle you want and whether your current arrangements still reflect your goals.

26/08/2026 | Zurich Ireland

Zurich Cost of Education 2026

Third-level education is getting more expensive and families are leaning more on their savings as costs for accommodation, fees, and living expenses keep going up. Our yearly Cost of Education study shows it’s becoming harder for parents. But with the right financial planning, you could make things a bit easier.  

The Future Ready Podcast

Ireland's proposed Personal Investment Account (PIA) is moving from policy announcement to a tangible savings and investment initiative. In our latest podcast, Ian Slattery takes a deep dive into the main questions people are asking about PIA and how it will work.

In Zurich’s latest monthly investment update, Ian Slattery, Head of Investment Solutions, highlighted the key themes driving markets and outlined the factors investors should be watching closely in the months ahead.

While saving for education remains the number one reason why parents save, with the cost of living crisis, parents are increasingly looking to save to help their children through later life milestones like buying their first home. In our latest podcast our expert Wayne O'Neill talks us through everything you need to know about saving for your child's future, from education, home and beyond.

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