Zurich Life Blog

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

Because the cost of third level education in Ireland is high and increases over the years, it makes sense to plan ahead. This article will look at the costs over the last five years and will provide tips and tools to help effectively fund for and manage college education costs.
Buying school uniforms for primary and secondary school children can be expensive. But there are some things you can do to manage the cost. 
If you're planning to support your children when they reach college, it might be wise to start saving now because college costs can really add up. 
US equities ended the week with mixed returns for the second period in a row, writes Ian Slattery. 

June saw strong performance for risk assets as inflation continued to moderate across the globe, writes Richard Temperley.

US equities finished the week higher in the US as cooling inflation led to improved sentiment amongst investors, writes Ian Slattery. 
The Wild Atlantic Way road trip is an absolute must when planning a road trip in Ireland. Zurich brings you the complete guide with routes along this 1,600-mile stretch of coastline.
There are many benefits to investing in energy efficient homes. By the end of this article, you’ll have a good overview of the main reasons to make your home energy efficient, you’ll learn practical tips, explore financial incentives and understand how you can save on Zurich home insurance if you’ve an energy efficient home.
In 2023, we paid over €87 million in life and serious illness claims and close to €9 million in income protection claims. But what’s behind the numbers that really matters and what is Zurich doing to make our claims process as easy as possible?
In the US, during a week shortened by Independence Day, equity markets ended higher, writes Ian Slattery.