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Zurich Invest Ltd

Zurich Invest Ltd is the managing director of the Zurich investment foundation and the fund management company of ZIF Real Estate Direct Switzerland. We are regulated by the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA). Our institutional funds follow the guidelines and standards of the Asset Management Association Switzerland (AMAS). We are a wholly owned subsidiary of the Zurich Insurance Company Ltd.
45 bn.
Assets under management in Swiss francs
at Zurich Invest Ltd
25+
Independently selected asset managers
worldwide
No 1
Manager of the largest non-bank investment foundation in Switzerland, the Zurich investment foundation

What we do

Zurich Invest Ltd is responsible for three investment platforms with a broad selection of traditional and alternative investments: 

  • The Zurich investment foundation (ZAST), which specifically addresses the requirements of Swiss pension funds and is managed by Zurich Invest Ltd 
  • The Zurich institutional funds (ZIF), which focus on investment opportunities for institutional customers
  • Zurich Invest Luxembourg (ZILUX), which provides an ideal environment for innovative structures

Alongside pension funds and institutional customers, we also provide private customers with lower net worths access to the advantages of large investors.

Why we are independent

Unlike many banks, we are independent and can freely pick the investment products we recommend to customers. We work with the best asset managers in each asset class and offer modern financial solutions. As our track record shows, this approach pays off for everyone. Including you.

How we select

1. Needs analysis

We evaluate the long-term potential of an investment solution based on a thorough needs and market trend analysis tailored to the specific requirements of Swiss pension funds and institutions.

2. Manager selection

Next, we identify the most suitable portfolio manager by following our structured selection process. Being independent, Zurich Invest Ltd is free to select the ideal solution without any conflicts of interest.

3. Implementation

In the final phase, we jointly implement the investment mandate with the selected partners. Our primary focus at this stage is to ensure a lean structure and an efficient implementation.

Our vision

  • We are committed to helping our customers reach their long-term investment objectives. Our efforts contribute to ensure lasting financial security in retirement.
  • We provide flexible investment solutions for private customers, pension plans and institutional investors.
  • We are part of the Zurich Insurance Group, a global pension and risk management company.
  • Our values: customer centricity, excellence, sustainable value creation, integrity, teamwork.
  • Our promise: independent, competent, personal.
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Our promise

  • Independent: Independent, structured and documented investment management process to select and monitor the best portfolio managers based on objective criteria.
  • Competent: Creation of competitive, optimized investment vehicles. Monitoring by specialists and an investment committee. Broad diversification possibilities with traditional and alternative investments.
  • Personal: Holistic, partnership-based support for our customers with extensive services and reports.

Our values

  • Customer centricity: Our business revolves around our customers.
  • Excellence: We strive for the highest quality and continuous optimization in everything we do.
  • Sustainable value creation: We create and sustain value – for our customers, our shareholders, our people and society.
  • Integrity: We treat everyone in a fair and honest manner.
  • Teamwork: We work together as one team to achieve our mutual goals.

Part of a leading financial group

Zurich Invest Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. Zurich is one of Switzerland's largest insurance companies. The Zurich Insurance Group operates worldwide, employing a workforce in excess of 55,000 in more than 170 countries.

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