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Britain and US announce trade deal while base tariff of 10% remains

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 18:45
With the British economy struggling to grow, the tariffs had added to the pressure on Mr Starmer's government.

Tamagotchi and Defender among World Video Game Hall of Fame inductees

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 17:58
The World Video Game Hall of Fame on Thursday inducted four honourees, paying tribute to games that challenged players and changed the ...

Level of office building over house building 'not sustainable', says developer

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 16:11
Cairn Homes CEO, Michael Stanley, said in order to reach the Government’s goal of 300,000 new homes by 2030, 25,000 of the 50,000 new units per year would have to be apartments

Business movers: People starting new jobs in Ireland

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 15:52
New appointees with Premier Lotteries Ireland, Albany Beck Ireland, Chartered Accountants Ireland, CIPD, Matheson and FTA Ireland

EU sets out possible €95bn response to US tariffs

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 15:04
The European Commission's measures would target US wine, fish, aircraft, cars and car parts, chemicals, electrical equipment, health products and machinery

Tipperary's Declan Kelly joins with David Beckham and Gary Neville to purchase Salford City FC

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 11:36
The move will see the new shareholder group invest significantly in the club and target promotion to the Championship

Irish inflation rises to 2.2% in April

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 11:24
Excluding energy and unprocessed food, Irish inflation grew by 2.6% in the 12 months to April 2025.

Keychron K2 HE: A magnetic marvel for gamers and typists alike

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 10:00
You can also tweak RGB lighting effects, adjust brightness, and save multiple profiles tailored for different use cases, whether gaming, coding, or working.

Canyon Otto SW-86: A stylish budget smartwatch with surprising stamina

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 09:50
If you're looking for a budget smartwatch that breaks away from the usual round or square shapes, the Canyon Otto SW-86 might catch your eye. I’ve ...

Woodie's 'strong' start to 2025 sees revenue at owner Grafton Group rise by 7.6%

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 08:26
Woodie's said like-for-like revenue in Ireland was up 10% compared to the same period last year

State's shareholding in AIB falls to 3.3% following latest share buyback

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 07:58
AIB's latest directed share buyback totaling €1.2bn will see the State own just 3.3% of the lender's shares 

Homebuilder Cairn welcomes 'positive' trading environment with growing sales pipeline

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 07:38
Cairn Homes said its closed and forward sales pipeline now stands at around 3,250 new homes with a net sales value of approximately €1.25bn

Cork Airport numbers up 27% on April 2024

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 00:47
Passenger numbers at Cork Airport last month jumped 27% compared to 2024 as the busy Easter period ensured bumper passenger numbers.Easter falling in ...

Music store HMV to reopen in Limerick

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 00:10
Brand to open second outlet in the country, nine years after exiting Irish high street

Ireland ready to be global leader in high-value biopharma services

Thu, 05/08/2025 - 00:05
BioPharmaChem Ireland (BPCI), the Ibec group that represents the sector, launches new strategy on Thursday

DAA chief says airport planning delays adding 'tens of millions' to build costs

Wed, 05/07/2025 - 18:19
Kenny Jacobs says slow planning at Dublin hurting jobs, tourism, and the Irish economy

Liquidators' investigation into fraudulent trading at window firm continues

Wed, 05/07/2025 - 15:43
Firm ceased trading last December owing about €1.2m in customer deposits it received for 225 unfulfilled orders

WeightWatchers files for bankruptcy after growth in weight-loss drugs

Wed, 05/07/2025 - 14:15
Company struggled to compete with drugs like Ozempic

Enterprise Ireland start-up investments rise 15%

Wed, 05/07/2025 - 14:13
According to Enterprise Ireland, 63 of the companies supported last year were based outside of Dublin and 45 were led by women

Growth in digital revenues at owner of 96FM helps revenues to increase to €23.37m

Wed, 05/07/2025 - 13:45
The group also owns Limerick’s Live 95FM and Q102 in Dublin

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