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Uncovering fast fashion: Why cheap clothing is devastating for the planet

Thu, 03/14/2024 - 12:33
Mass consumption is evident in the global fashion industry but has a myriad of impacts, including huge waste

Report finds consumer fatigue is impacting sustainability progress

Thu, 03/14/2024 - 12:23
The global energy crisis and cost-of-living challenges continue to impact Irish households, with 69% of Irish consumers saying they can’t absorb a bill increase of 10%

PTSB shares fall 6% even as European stock markets reach new record high

Thu, 03/14/2024 - 10:10
Shares have now lost 20% in the past month and are now trading 40% lower from levels a year ago

ECB must cut rate twice before summer break, Stournaras says

Thu, 03/14/2024 - 08:18
“We need to start cutting rates soon so that our monetary policy does not become too restrictive,” Stournaras said in an interview in London

UK curbs on media control threaten Telegraph deal

Thu, 03/14/2024 - 08:17
The move will add further barriers to the takeover of the Telegraph newspaper linked to the UAE

Cork Business Association unveils awards shortlist

Thu, 03/14/2024 - 07:00
The winners will be announced at the CBA's annual President’s Dinner which takes place in the Radisson Blu Hotel in Little Island on Saturday, April 13

The Honor Magic V2: Redefining the foldable phone experience

Thu, 03/14/2024 - 05:05
The Honor Magic V2 is one of the few phones I could get two days of use, and with heavy use, I could still manage a full day without reaching for the charger.

Viofo VS1 Mini dash cam: Seamlessly smart and stylish

Thu, 03/14/2024 - 05:00
The VS1 might be small but it features an impressive 5.12MP sensor with 2K 1440P resolution.

Grom Wireless — Superior quality and wireless flexibility for children

Thu, 03/14/2024 - 04:57
With an impressive battery life of up to 45 hours, Grom Wireless is the perfect companion for long journeys, ensuring uninterrupted entertainment.

ECB will start cutting rates with 'victory' over inflation in sight

Wed, 03/13/2024 - 17:41
Meanwhile, ECB Governing Council member Pierre Wunsch said the ECB will have to gamble soon with an interest rate cut even though wage inflation and price rises for services are uncomfortably high

US advances bill that would force Chinese owner to sell off TikTok  

Wed, 03/13/2024 - 16:41
TikTok says the bill was jammed through and is nothing less than a ban

State's largest private landlord names next chief executive

Wed, 03/13/2024 - 16:39
Eddie Byrne has over 20 years experience at an executive level in the property sector

AIB, Bank of Ireland, and PTSB may yet 'sustain most of outstanding' profit drivers

Wed, 03/13/2024 - 15:38
Credit ratings firm said Irish banks benefitted from the fact their customer deposits had not yet incorporated most of the interest rate hikes, resulting in an average deposit beta rate that is one of the lowest across Europe

Irish-registered tech firm wins €4.98m battle with the Revenue

Wed, 03/13/2024 - 15:20
It follows the Tax Appeals Commission upholding the firm’s appeal against the Revenue Commissioners’ assessment for the years 2010 to 2016

Adidas posts first loss in 30 years and forecasts underwhelming outlook

Wed, 03/13/2024 - 15:04
Chief executive said clearing stock through its outlet stores helped Adidas bring inventories down by €1.5bn in 2023, a 24% decline

'It helps to be transparent': Cork restaurateur shares costs breakdown with customers as closures rise 

Wed, 03/13/2024 - 14:21
As rising expenses eat further into profit margins, a growing cohort of small businesses are shining a light on the costs of their operations

Stripe processes €910m worth of payments in 2023

Wed, 03/13/2024 - 14:16
According to a letter from founders John and Patrick Collison, twice as many AI companies went live on their platform last year compared to 2022

Adidas sees recovery later this year on demand for classic trainers

Wed, 03/13/2024 - 09:11
Adidas’s net sales fell last year, hurt by the fallout of the cancelled Yeezy partnership with the rapper and designer Ye.

Zara-owner Inditex gets spring season boost from upmarket fashion

Wed, 03/13/2024 - 08:54
The Spanish group has widened its lead over Sweden's H&M thanks to its ability to deliver trends faster from nearby suppliers and sell more clothes at higher prices. That has also helped it counter fast-growing Chinese rival Shein.

Eir revenue jumps 4% but earnings decline slightly

Wed, 03/13/2024 - 08:37
Operating costs also increased following investment into retail last year

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