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Markets welcome future rate cuts

US Stocks ended last week on a high as investors cheered a number of indications from Federal Reserve policymakers that rates would decrease in 2024, writes Ian Slattery. 

Podcast: Zurich creates an inclusive workplace for people with disabilities

In this podcast marking World Down Syndrome Day on 21st March, Robyn Richardson talks to Colm Blake, Head of Insurance Marketing and Ashley Kelly, Talent Acquisitions Manager at Zurich Ireland about Zurich’s partnership with Down Syndrome Ireland, how we are supporting this charitable organisation and creating a meaningful workplace for people with disabilities.

Zurich supports World Down Syndrome Day

Wear, share and show you care on 21st March for World Down Syndrome Day. Wear your most colourful socks, share your photos on social media, make a donation and join in to create awareness around Down syndrome.

Prisma multi-asset fund range reaches €10bn in assets under management

Zurich’s Prisma multi-asset funds recently reached an impressive new milestone of €10bn in assets under management.*

Everything you need to know before applying for mortgage protection

You are about to go on sale agreed on a house and might be wondering how to best prepare to apply for a mortgage protection application? This Q&A with the Zurich financial advisor Wayne O’Neill will help answer some of your questions.

Tips to help your mortgage protection application

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of going sale agreed, but before you can move into your new home there are some things you need to get in order and one of those is mortgage protection. In this podcast, Zurich financial planner Wayne O'Neill gives tips on how to best prepare when applying for mortgage cover.

US jobs data sends mixed signals

Last week saw US stocks display varied performance as momentum slowed somewhat, writes Ian Slattery.

Trailblazing women in Zurich Ireland

International Women’s Day (IWD) 2024 takes place on 8th March, and as part of Zurich’s continued commitment to gender balance and diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB), we would like to take the opportunity to mark the occasion by showcasing women in leadership roles within our business. 

US Stocks end higher following positive inflation news

In the US, equities closed the week on a mostly positive note after favourable inflation updates. The Nasdaq joined the S&P 500 index in record territory for the first time in over two years, writes Ian Slattery. 

Everything you need to know about private pensions

If you are thinking of starting a private pension or have just started and are looking for more information, Zurich financial advisor Brendan McCormack answers many of the questions beginners usually have. 
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