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Public Hospital Bed Charges

Public hospital bed charges have been in the news recently – what does it all mean? In 2014 the Government changed the way public hospitals charge health insurers. Previously your health insurer was only charged a higher rate than that charged to the general public if you were accommodated in a semi-private or private room.…

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Zurich Investment Review – May 2017

Monthly Investment Review Equity markets overall were flat again in April with a stronger euro currency negating local gains in a number of markets.   The US market treaded water as investors closely watched the new US administration’s attempts to push ahead with policy action, especially in relation to proposed corporation tax cuts. Strategists have…

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Power Talks – Allez Macron

Coming into 2017, there was considerable concern about potential political outcomes this year. The concern was that the rise of populist thinking which was instrumental in delivering Brexit, Trump and the Italian referendum result last year, could permeate into a number of significant electoral battles across Europe this year and next. First up was the…

KBC Bank Ireland enhances mortgage offering for customers

29th April 2017: KBC Bank Ireland has announced a number of enhancements to its mortgage offering that will benefit a range of customers. The changes are part of KBC’s commitment to offer long term value to customers and giving them options to lower their monthly repayments and help them reduce the costs associated with the…

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New Ireland iFunds Quarterly Report

  Performance Commentary Continuously positive economic news in Q1 2017 saw global stock markets finish the quarter on a strong note. Q1 2017 proved to be the best start to the year for equities since 2012+. Over the quarter, bonds were flat reflecting positive economic data and the focus on rising interest rates. Stock markets…

Homebuyer Survey 2017

KBC Homebuyer survey suggests homebuyer demand strong and set to run ahead of supply While attention is rightly focussed on inadequate levels of new housing supply, the survey suggests the current strength of Irish house prices also owes a great deal to pent-up demand that is now emerging with some force. Weak supply boosting Irish…

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Income Protection with Friends First

Income Protection Insurance from Friends First Income Protection Insurance could be your financial best friend and help you someday if you get ill or injured. It can provide you with up to 75% of your normal income when you’re off work due to illness or injury – helping to cover regular expenditure & ensure minimal lifestyle…