Zurich Life Blog

A round up of all the latest news, views, commentary and analysis on the insurance, pensions and investment industry.

The US presidential election is a significant event that can impact investment markets worldwide, given that the US market constitutes approximately two-thirds of the global market.

Automatic enrolment in Ireland is being mooted as a measure that could bridge the pension gap. But how will auto-enrolment work and how will it affect your pension plan?
You may be wondering whether having a home security system helps prevent burglaries. In this article we will look at the benefits of a home security system. 
Major US equity indices ended the week higher, reaching new record highs as the beginning of earnings season helped to offset several disappointing economic reports, writes Ian Slattery.

US major equity indexes ended the week on a positive note on the back of a stronger than expected employment data, despite reports of a dockworkers’ strikes at Eastern seaports in the US, writes Ian Slattery.

Irish Road Safety Week (IRSW) takes place from Monday 7th – 13th October and provides an opportunity for all drivers to evaluate their driving habits and ensure that they are driving safely.

The vast majority of fires in the home are avoidable. You can help reduce the risk of a fire occurring in your home by reducing potential fire hazards and taking some simple safety precautions.

Zurich prides itself on its commitment to making a difference in the local communities in which we operate, and through our charity partnership with Down Syndrome Ireland, we aim to support them in the vital work they do. 
Driving while tired can be extremely dangerous. In this article we will provide you with some tips to help avoid tiredness while driving.

Donegal based Liquid Therapy recently featured in local and national media about the great work they continue to do, as one of the 10 Irish non-profits awarded funding from the €3 million HeadStart fund.