Government outlines major tourism and enterprise investment drive
The Government is set to unveil a significant new investment programme aimed at strengthening Ireland’s appeal as a global tourism destination, with a particular focus on visitors from India, the United Arab Emirates and the wider Asia-Pacific region. As part of the announcement, the Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment will publish a €4.7 billion […]
How to upskill or reskill for free in 2026
With the pace of change in the workplace accelerating, many people are reassessing their skills and long-term career prospects. Technological advances, including artificial intelligence, are reshaping roles across almost every sector, prompting growing interest in upskilling or reskilling as a way to stay relevant and employable. Developing new skills is not limited to those who […]
Avant Money cuts mortgage rates and boosts cashback incentives
Mortgage lender Avant Money has announced a series of changes to its mortgage products, including lower fixed rates and enhanced cashback offers for borrowers. The lender confirmed that fixed mortgage rates have been reduced by up to 0.35 per cent. In addition, cashback incentives have been increased, with customers now able to receive 2 per […]
Fuel Industry Warns of Further Increases in Petrol and Diesel Prices
Motorists are being warned to prepare for higher fuel costs following a series of policy measures that came into effect at the start of the year. Fuels for Ireland has urged the Government to re-examine the current fuel taxation framework, arguing that recent changes are placing additional strain on households and businesses. The industry body […]
Irish House Prices Close in on Celtic Tiger Highs
Residential property prices continued to climb throughout last year, with new data showing that average asking prices nationally rose by 5.5%. The latest report from Daft.ie highlights that listed prices are now only around 10% below their peak during the Celtic Tiger period. By the final quarter of the year, the average asking price for […]
Petrol Continues to Lead Irish Car Market Despite Shift Toward Electrification
New car registrations increased modestly last year, with the latest industry data showing a 3% rise compared with the previous year. Figures released by Society of the Irish Motor Industry indicate that 124,954 new cars were registered nationwide in 2025. Electric vehicle uptake accelerated sharply over the period. A total of 23,601 battery electric cars […]
European Car Sales Continue Upward Trend as Electric Vehicles Gain Ground
New car registrations across Europe increased in November for the fifth consecutive month, supported by continued growth in electric vehicle uptake across several major markets. Figures released by the European automobile industry body show year on year gains driven largely by rising demand for battery electric and hybrid models in countries such as Germany, Italy […]
AIB Expands Cash and Cheque Lodgement Network Across Ireland
AIB has begun rolling out a new generation of Cash and Cheque Lodgement machines as part of a €40 million investment programme across its branch network. The initiative will see 60 new machines installed in 127 branches nationwide, improving access to everyday cash services for personal and business customers. The new machines allow customers to […]
Italian Regulator Fines Ryanair Over Alleged Market Dominance Practices
Italy’s competition authority has imposed a €255 million fine on Ryanair, alleging that the airline abused its dominant position in its dealings with travel agents. The decision centres on claims that the carrier restricted how travel agencies could sell Ryanair flights alongside other airlines or bundled travel services. According to the regulator, Ryanair created economic […]
Government expands housing investment fund with new €400m equity programme
The Government has confirmed a significant expansion of its housing investment strategy, announcing a new €400 million equity programme through the Ireland Strategic Investment Fund. The move brings total equity backing for homebuilding under the fund to €800 million since the initiative was launched in mid-2023. ISIF, which is managed by the National Treasury Management […]
Sophisticated bank scams highlight growing risks for customers
Bank customers are being urged to remain alert this Christmas as fraudsters deploy increasingly convincing tactics designed to impersonate well-known financial institutions. Recent scam activity shows a shift towards highly polished phone-based fraud, where criminals use authentic bank recordings to create the illusion of legitimacy. The scam typically begins with a text message claiming to […]
Digital ads drive majority of online purchases among Irish shoppers
New research indicates that digital advertising continues to play a decisive role in online buying behaviour, with more than half of Irish consumers influenced to make purchases through ads on websites and social media in the run-up to Cyber Monday. The findings come from the latest Digital Consumer Index, commissioned by Digital Business Ireland and […]
Banks warn of surge in text message scams as festive season approaches
Irish banks are warning consumers and businesses to be on high alert for a rise in so-called smishing scams in the lead-up to Christmas, as fraudsters increasingly exploit busy periods and heightened online activity. New figures show that text message fraud remains the most common source of payment scams reported by customers this year. AIB […]
ISME cautions against passing grid upgrade costs onto businesses and consumers
The Irish SME Association has warned that planned investment in Ireland’s electricity grid should not result in higher energy bills for businesses or households. The organisation argues that while upgrading the national network is necessary, the financial burden should not be transferred directly to end users. The warning follows comments from the energy regulator indicating […]
Central Bank warns housing targets remain difficult as supply pressures persist
The Central Bank has warned that achieving the Government’s target of delivering 300,000 new homes by the end of 2030 will remain difficult, pointing to ongoing constraints across the construction sector. While the bank has slightly upgraded its outlook for housing output, it remains cautious about the pace at which supply can increase. According to […]
Budget Measures Expected to Reduce Household Disposable Incomes, ESRI Warns
Recent Budget decisions are set to lead to a fall of around 1.3 percent in disposable incomes for many households, according to new analysis from the Economic and Social Research Institute. The ESRI suggests the impact will be felt most acutely by middle and higher income earners, following the freezing of income tax credits and […]
ECB Expected to Keep Interest Rates on Hold as Euro Zone Growth Holds Up
The European Central Bank is expected to leave interest rates unchanged, reflecting a growing confidence that the euro zone economy is proving more resilient than previously feared. Recent economic data from across the single currency area has outperformed earlier ECB forecasts, easing pressure on policymakers to consider near term rate cuts. Growth across the 20 […]
House Price Inflation Moderates Slightly as Regional Gaps Persist
Residential property prices continued to rise in the year to October, with annual growth easing marginally to 7.3 percent, according to the latest data from the Central Statistics Office. This compares with a revised growth rate of 7.5 percent in September, suggesting price inflation remains strong despite signs of a gradual slowdown. The figures show […]