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Key investment updates podcast

In the latest edition of the Zurich monthly investment review, our experts Ian Slattery and Jacqueline Hogan delve into the latest market developments and share key investment updates. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, this review is packed with valuable information tailored for you.

Markets react to US trade developments

Last week saw some notable developments on the US trade front, as new data and diplomatic discussions gave the market plenty to digest.

Equities reclaim their old moxie

As a month filled with uncertainty and speculation ended, investors were emboldened last week by several growth indicators.

April 2025 Financial Broker Newsletter

The latest Financial Broker newsletter has been published.

Tariff talks continue

Equities finished the week sharply higher led by the Magnificent Seven which were up over 8%.

April 2025 monthly investment news

Last month, concerns over economic growth and the introduction of new tariffs had a significant impact on global financial markets. In this investment review, we look at how markets performed.

Spotlight on market trends in this podcast

In this investment podcast recorded on 14th April 2025, Head of Investment Solutions at Zurich, Ian Slattery, talks Trump administration, tariffs, fluctuations across fund performance and the impact on markets.

Zurich Protection: Our claims paid in 2024

In 2024, we paid over €98 million in life, serious illness, and income protection claims to our clients and their families. However, to us, these are much more than numbers.

ARFs are 25 years old – how have Zurich customers fared?

It’s been 25 years since Approved Retirement Funds (ARFs) were introduced, undoubtedly a significant event in the retirement landscape of the country. Launched way back in 1999, the ARF allows your clients to preserve, manage, and control their retirement savings – something that simply wasn’t available with the more traditional annuity.

Retirement planning for company directors - Everything you need to know

In our experience, company directors will often prioritise the growth of their business in their earlier years of work and only later focus on retirement planning when their business is established and has excess profits above the day-to-day running costs.

Global equities fall as trade war looms

US stocks rallied on Monday following indications from US President Trump that tariffs may be more targeted than anticipated. However, just when there were hopes that the US market was beginning to regain its old moxie, weak consumer confidence readings released on Tuesday hampered the mood. 

Zurich Recommends - Retirement Drawdown Calculator

In our latest Zurich Recommends webinar we look at the Retirement Drawdown Calculator. Patrick Jordan recently caught up with Nathan Dunne who showed me how useful this tool can be when discussing the retirement options available. 
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