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Zurich wins Chambers Ireland Award

Zurich was delighted to be crowned Pensions and Life Assurance Company of the Year at the Eir Business Chambers Ireland Awards 2026.

Relief for Hormuz, reality for tech

Last week global markets experienced a more volatile week as investors balanced encouraging geopolitical developments against renewed concerns over technology valuations.

What’s driving markets right now?

In this month’s update, Jacqueline Hogan speaks with Ian Slattery, Head of Investment Solutions at Zurich, to navigate Q2 trends, break down what’s next across markets, and what it means for investors.

Memorandum of understanding sparks market momentum

Global equity markets delivered a positive performance this week, supported by easing geopolitical tensions and resilient investor confidence.

ECB action and progress in peace talks

European equities finished the week in positive territory, although trading remained cautious as investors balanced central bank policy decisions against ongoing geopolitical uncertainty.

Strong jobs, stronger jitters

Major global markets ended last week lower. Investors entered the week focused on Friday’s US nonfarm payrolls report, which delivered another encouraging signal on the health of the American economy. 

No term like the present

When it comes to financial planning, some decisions tend to rise to the top of the priority list, while others quietly fall to the bottom. Term protection is often one of those decisions that gets delayed, not because people do not understand its value, but because it rarely feels urgent at the time.

Earnings shine through the noise

Major US indices not only closed last week higher but also capped off April with impressive double-digit gains. Read our weekly investment news to see what’s been happening across the global markets. 

TechTalk: Co-habiting Couples and Taxation in Ireland

In this latest TechTalk, we look at taxation in Ireland for co-habiting couples.

Zurich Protection: Our claims paid in 2025

In 2025, we’ve paid over €96 million in life claims, more than €25 million in serious illness claims, and €9.9 million in income protection claims.

Time to strait-en things out

Global equities suffered further losses, and the S&P 500 hit a six-month low as the conflict in the Middle East raged on and the Strait of Hormuz remained shut.

March 2026 monthly investment news

In February, global financial markets exhibited a combination of resilience and caution as investors carefully assessed shifting economic signals and ongoing geopolitical tensions. Read the full report on global investment markets and key fund performance.

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