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Who we are

Zurich - the global insurer

Zurich Financial Services Group is an insurance-based financial services provider. Our headquarters are in Zurich, Switzerland. Founded in 1872, we now have a global network of subsidiaries and offices in North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America and other markets. Our 60,000 employees serve customers in more than 170 countries.

Global reach

We take a global approach to our core businesses of general and life insurance. The diversity of our portfolio, both geographically and by line of business, is key to our strategy. We offer a comprehensive range of general and life insurance products and services for individuals, small businesses, commercial enterprises, mid-sized and large corporations and multinational companies.

Key markets

Zurich combines strong market positions in personal, commercial and corporate insurance in North America and Europe, with strengthening positions in Asia and key emerging markets. We use our global reach across all lines of business. Our customers benefit from our ability to underwrite and provide services on many fronts, and from the combination of our international expertise, global strength and detailed local knowledge.

Our strengths

We pride ourselves on our in-depth customer knowledge and insight, global network coupled with local expertise, quality of service and ease of doing business, strong capital base and wealth of talented employees, all strengthened by our brand and reputation.

Our aspiration

We aspire to become the leading global insurance group in our chosen markets, and to consistently deliver top-tier results for our shareholders. By so doing, we will create strong relationships with our customers, agents and brokers, and provide rewarding opportunities for our employees.


 
     
     
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