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Equities flat for the week amidst Ukraine turmoil

Global stock markets finished the week slightly higher, as the narrative continues to be dominated by the ongoing war in Ukraine, writes Ian Slattery.

Investment markets roiled by Russian invasion

Volatility levels reached a two year high as markets digested the minute-by-minute news flow in relation to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, writes Ian Slattery. 

Markets remain in fickle mood on Ukraine tensions

Equities fell for the second week in a row as the rapidly evolving situation in Ukraine led to higher volatility and uncertainty, writes Ian Slattery. 

Markets lower in January as inflation concerns persist

In this investment podcast recorded on February 8th 2022, Ian Slattery, Zurich Investment Consultant, speaks about recent market movements, what this might mean for investors and what Zurich's Investment outlook is in relation to the Zurich funds. All the information contained in this podcast was accurate at the time of recording.

Equities lower as rate expectations move higher

Stock markets finished the week lower as US inflation hit a 40 year high, writes Ian Slattery.

Why business insurance matters

Justin Kelly from Zurich’s Technical Services team explains why business insurance is important and the types of business insurance available for different business needs.

Markets mixed on shifting interest rate expectations

A number of significant news events last week led to choppy trading for equities, bonds, and currencies respectively, writes Ian Slattery. 

Equities fall further on interest rate and growth fears

Equities moved lower last week as fears over the potential for tighter US monetary policy and its subsequent impact on economic growth dominated the narrative, writes Ian Slattery. 

TechTalk: The end of the road for AMRFs

The Finance Bill 2021 was signed into law on 21 December 2021. It included several significant pension changes based on some of the recommendations detailed in the report produced by the Inter-Departmental Pensions Reform & Taxation Group (IDPRTG).

The Global Risks Report 2022

The World Economic Forum Global Risks Report 2022 presents the results of the latest Global Risks Perception Survey, followed by analysis of key risks emanating from current economic, societal, environmental and technological tensions.

Equities fall as cautious tone persists

US stocks fell last week as the market saw choppy trading in reaction to a number of speeches by Federal Reserve members, most notably Fed Chair Jerome Powell, writes Ian Slattery. 

Hawkish Fed tone hurts equities

Equities fell last week as markets struck a more cautious tone following the release of the minutes from the December Federal Reserve meeting, writes Ian Slattery. 
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