Irish M&A market stays resilient against backdrop of global downturnInterest rate volatility dampened 2023 merger and acquisition activity but mid-market deals stayed steadyThu Dec 14 2023 - 05:00
A supportive business landscape helps create economic opportunityEnterprises in Ireland can avail of assistance via State support structures and within private enterpriseThu Dec 14 2023 - 05:00
The best Christmas experiences? Bird shows, helicopter rides, Ferrari drives and moreThe best gift I got last year was to take a hawk for a walk in Wicklow, writes Sandra O’ConnellMon Dec 11 2023 - 05:00
Ireland has moved up the pharma value chain in a competitive climateIts proven track record means Ireland is well positioned to benefit from the next wave of pharma advancesFri Dec 08 2023 - 05:00
Building on medtech success will help shape the future of healthcareTo maintain our strong position in the globally competitive medtech sector, Ireland must remain innovativeFri Dec 08 2023 - 05:00
Door is open for fintech to flourish but innovation needs more supportCould a regulatory sandbox help Ireland’s fintech sector to take better advantage of open banking?Thu Dec 07 2023 - 11:37
Christmas breaks: Why not give yourself the gift of a getaway?Whether you want Christmas with bells on or just to escape from it all, here are some great trips to considerWed Dec 06 2023 - 13:26
Cracking Christmas hotel, dining and shopping options in IrelandCheck out our pick of festive hotel packages, eating-out offers and Christmas marketsWed Dec 06 2023 - 05:00
The volunteer optionThe total number of volunteering hours in Irish charities increased by 38% between 2018 and 2022Sat Nov 25 2023 - 05:00
What’s trending in charities?Focus Ireland study reveal 85% of people are more likely to consider a role in an organisation that supports a cause or charitySat Nov 25 2023 - 05:00
Giving while giving: Gift something charitable this ChristmasBuying Christmas gifts from a charity ticks all those boxes and adds one moreSat Nov 25 2023 - 05:00
Skills needs at US multinationals a driver of trends in Irish educationAmCham sees Ireland as a potential leader in digital literacy, AI research, cybersecurity and quantum computingThu Nov 23 2023 - 05:00
US multinational corporations are engines of innovation in IrelandMNCs’ emphasis on research and development has led to expansion, job creation and new Irish businessesThu Nov 23 2023 - 05:00
What MNCs are doing to nurture and develop talent for the futureSupporting people to advance their skills, ideas and careers benefits both multinationals and communitiesThu Nov 23 2023 - 05:00
Christmas entertainment for all the family: Festive markets, shows, parties and moreFrom Winter Lights to theatre productions, Sandra O’Connell looks at some of the best festive entertainmentFri Nov 17 2023 - 04:40
AVCs the best and most tax-efficient way to top up your pension potAdditional voluntary contributions allow you to boost your pension fund – great news if you started saving late or want to retire earlyFri Oct 27 2023 - 05:23
‘There are no short cuts in handcrafting a set of uilleann pipes’Ethereal and evocative, uilleann pipes take hundreds of hours of focussed, skilled work, instrument maker Derrick Gleeson tells Sandra O’ConnellFri Oct 27 2023 - 05:00
The sorcery of apprenticeship Specialised conservation courses offer life-long learning in a heritage area you are interested inFri Oct 27 2023 - 05:00
Defined benefit pension schemes – should you stick or twist?Whether to take up an enhanced transfer value offer is a huge and complex decision, and warrants specialised adviceFri Oct 27 2023 - 05:00
Are you putting away enough to pay for your retirement income? As a rule of thumb, you should be putting a percentage of your salary equivalent to half your age into your pension. We do the maths...Fri Oct 27 2023 - 05:00
District heating finally comes to IrelandHeat Works is Ireland’s first publicly owned not-for-profit energy company, providing low-carbon heat to public buildings in TallaghtThu Oct 26 2023 - 05:00
Home energy upgrades: How to identify the right retrofit partnerThe Government aims to complete 500,000 home energy upgrades by 2030 – its latest scheme simplifies the process for homeownersThu Oct 26 2023 - 05:00
Green regulation amounts to a tide of red tape for financial servicesBanks and insurance companies must contend with new sustainability rules and green policy shiftsFri Oct 20 2023 - 05:00
Green loans: Sustainable finance the best enabler of climate actionThe more green lending a bank does, the more green capital it can attract to fund sustainable infrastructureFri Oct 20 2023 - 05:00
Five policies that promote EDI in the workplaceMore than the aspirations in a company’s mission statement, these policies ensure that equality, diversity and inclusion is the lived experience of its employeesFri Oct 13 2023 - 00:00
The gender pay gap: If we’re to accelerate change we need a gear shiftAt today’s rate of reform, the gender pay gap won’t close for 130 years, the World Economic Forum saysFri Oct 13 2023 - 00:00
Transparency on the gender pay gap: How Ireland compares globallyAt least until recently in Ireland it was not unusual to have a boss tell you not to discuss pay with colleaguesFri Oct 13 2023 - 00:00
Emphasis now on enabling diverse groups to enter a fairer workforceOffering flexibility is the best way to bring parents, people with a disability and those from minority groups into the workplaceFri Oct 13 2023 - 00:00
Wine and dine well rested and with a clear head... or perhaps notVirtuous beer, comfy pillows and a Mediterranean lunch deal are among autumn’s offers in hospitalityWed Oct 04 2023 - 05:00
Generative AI – what is it good for and how can it boost my business?The real-use cases for GAI extend far beyond creating questionable college essays – already it’s making businesses more efficient and profitableWed Oct 04 2023 - 05:00
M&A financing: Higher cost of funds effects how deals are structuredIn mergers and acquisitions a common mistake is being ill-prepared to take advantage of an opportunityFri Sept 29 2023 - 00:00
In a management buyout don’t let emotion cloud business senseMBOs typically require debt funding – both parties should go in with their eyes open, considering all the risksFri Sept 29 2023 - 00:00
Robo-advisers may be out but sustainability is here to stayAutomated financial planning is passé, while wealth managers don’t foresee focus on the environment going out of fashionThu Sept 28 2023 - 00:00
In the mix: Diversifying is designed to work over timeBy widening the spread of your investment, the likelihood of any one major downturn upending everything is reduced.Thu Sept 28 2023 - 00:00
Sustainable transport is coming – just not fast enoughThe trends in transport coming down the tracks and what impacts these changes will have on all of usFri Sept 22 2023 - 09:04
EVs put Ireland’s fleet managers in the driving seatAs the electrification of the national fleet accelerates, so too does that of the business fleetFri Sept 22 2023 - 00:00
Let’s get phygital – retail is buying into tech to keep customers happy and margins secureFrom virtual shelves to augmented reality, the smart brands are doing itFri Sept 08 2023 - 05:00
How physical stores are fighting back‘With the power to buy whatever you want at your fingertips, it’s more important than ever for retailers to offer customers an experience that’s worth leaving the house for’Fri Sept 08 2023 - 05:00
Working from home risks and how to reduce themEnsuring the organisation is protected while employees work from home costs money, however the cost is minimal compared with that arising from a successful cyber attackThu Aug 24 2023 - 05:00
Training options in cybersecurityFor most organisations, staff represent the first and last line of defence, which is why cyber awareness training is vital.Thu Aug 24 2023 - 05:00
In AI we trust – or do we?Always having a ‘human in the loop’ is one suggestion for ensuring trustworthy artificial intelligenceThu Jul 20 2023 - 11:42
Innovation is Irish dairy sector’s formula for international successFrom protein powders to adult formula taking off in China, added-value products are opening up new marketsWed Jul 12 2023 - 05:00
Leaning into continuous improvement helps businesses to flourishWhy being lean can be a company’s best defence against rising costsWed Jul 12 2023 - 05:00
Family businesses take pride in a legacy of successOften pillars of the community, family businesses form the backbone of the nation’s home-grown economy with retail and homebuilding being especially strong sectors. Here’s three success storiesFri Jun 30 2023 - 11:00
The importance of research and development in attracting US investmentIreland’s success in attracting FDI in recent years has been aided by its growing reputation as a global centre for innovation and developmentFri Jun 30 2023 - 05:00
‘New-collar jobs’: looking beyond traditional hiring criteria Trends in the Irish labour market, strongly influenced by US multinationals, include looking outside traditional hiring models and creating alternative pathways into the workforceFri Jun 30 2023 - 05:00
Wall of capital drives M&A appetite but deals are taking longerTop 1000: After a stellar 2021, mergers and acquisitions activity came back to earth somewhat in 2022Sun Jun 25 2023 - 11:00
Ireland in summer is incomparableNot everyone wants to be on a beach in a hot country. Some people prefer the lush greenness that you get with our climateSat Jun 24 2023 - 00:00
Foreign holidays are in demand, so don’t wait around for last-minute dealsMulti-generational holidays increasingly popular as people prioritise travel over other discretionary spendsSat Jun 24 2023 - 00:00
Developing the skills for fintech growthAs banks and fintechs continue to morph into one another, the view of what a traditional ‘job in the bank’ means has changedFri Jun 23 2023 - 05:00
