Aviation policy 'failing to create level playing field' Ireland's aviation policy has to date failed to create a level playing field for Ireland's regional airports to flourish, a report on the economic impact … Business • 10 Nov
Potato farmers face serious crop losses as harvest hit Weather unpredictability and above normal rainfall has made it a difficult year for the agricultural sector. Most farmers were affected in some way or another … Ireland • 10 Nov
'Cautious optimism' among Irish firms on outlook A slight improvement in business sentiment has been captured in the latest European Economic Survey carried out on behalf of Eurochambres, of which Chambers Ireland … Business • 09 Nov
€13bn Apple tax case judgment 'should be set aside' The Advocate General of the EU's highest court has proposed that the court should set aside the judgment of the lower General Court in the … Business • 09 Nov
Consumers worried about climate but fear cost of change Seven out of ten Irish people are concerned about climate change but also worry about the cost of going green, according to a new survey … Business • 08 Nov
WeWork succumbs to bankruptcy in the US WeWork, the SoftBank Group-backed startup whose meteoric rise and fall reshaped the office sector globally, has sought US bankruptcy protection after its bets on companies … Business • 07 Nov
Ryanair forecasts record annual profit as fares soar Ryanair said today it expects to post a record annual profit and will pay investors a regular dividend for the first time, citing fares that … Business • 06 Nov
Shortage of builders a risk to housing construction The lack of skilled trades people could affect growth in the economy, according to the latest SME Monitor by Banking and Payments Federation Ireland. Business • 03 Nov
4,500 termination notices issued by landlords in Q3 Landlords issued just over 4,500 notices of termination to tenants in the third quarter of 2023 following the phasing out of the no-fault eviction ban. Ireland • 02 Nov
Emerald boss says Dublin Airport cap must be increased Executive chairman of Emerald Airlines Conor McCarthy has said the delays to approving a larger passenger cap at Dublin Airport "make no sense whatsoever". Business • 02 Nov
Majority of working youths paid above legal entitlement A new study has found that while nearly three quarters of employees aged 15-19 years old could legally be paid a rate below the minimum … Business • 02 Nov
ALDI will cut prices as conditions improve Retailer ALDI says it has seen notable changes in the habits of grocery shoppers, accelerated by record inflation levels. Business • 02 Nov
Salaries to remain flat in 2024 - Morgan McKinley A staggering 80% of Irish organisations encountered hiring challenges in 2023, creating difficulties in retaining existing employees. Business • 01 Nov
More energy price cuts a 'realistic prospect' in 2024 The Minister for Finance has said there needs to be further reductions in energy prices so consumers can feel the benefits of changes that have … Ireland • 01 Nov
Property market spooked by interest rate worries Rising interest rates and ongoing supply problems are having a particularly negative impact on property market sentiment, according to a survey by MyHome.ie. Business • 31 Oct
Holidaymakers warned about rise in online scam Holidaymakers are being warned about a new type of fraud aimed at those booking travel breaks. Business • 31 Oct
Star Power: The billion dollar business of endorsements Celebrity endorsements are hundreds of years old – but while they used to spark accusations of 'selling out', the age of the influencer seems to … Business • 27 Oct
Inflation rate estimated to have slowed to 3.6% - CSO According to the latest "flash" estimate of inflation from the Central Statistics Office, the annual rate in October slowed to 3.6%. Business • 27 Oct
New guidance on advertising for influencers New guidance for Irish influencers on how to clearly label ads on social media has been issued by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) … Business • 27 Oct
ECB breaks record streak of hikes as economy weakens The European Central Bank left interest rates unchanged as expected today, snapping an unprecedented streak of ten consecutive rate hikes, and maintained its guidance which … Business • 26 Oct
Davy puts climate bill at over €150bn by 2030 Davy estimates that at least €129 billion will be invested in dedicated energy transition measures in the Republic of Ireland to address climate change between … Business • 26 Oct
Four in five firms plan pay increases next year Around four in five businesses are planning on increasing pay for employees in 2024, with an average pay rise of 3.8%. Business • 25 Oct
School meals maker to add 240 jobs in Tipperary A company in Nenagh, Co Tipperary, which makes hot school meals for primary school children, is to take on an additional 240 employees to prepare … Regional • 24 Oct
Irish businesses fear AI-linked cyber attacks - survey More than half of Irish businesses expect Generative Artificial Intelligence to lead to catastrophic cyber attacks in the next 12 months, according to a new … Ireland • 23 Oct
Dublin office take up rate down 63% in third quarter The take up in Dublin office space dropped by 63% in the third quarter of this year compared to the same three months last year, … Business • 23 Oct
