Fergal O'Brien

Business Correspondent

Over 70 companies operating in the sector were surveyed as part of the research (stock pic)

'Experience industry' less confident about Irish economy

There has been a significant decline in confidence in the Irish economy among businesses operating in the 'experience economy', according to a new survey.

Business • 28 Oct 25

A €30m investment proposal to overhaul Waterford Airport was approved by Waterford City and County Council earlier this week

Ryanair says 'likely' to operate flights from Waterford

The group chief executive of Ryanair has said it is "likely" the airline will operate a number of weekly services from Waterford Airport, once an upgrade has been completed.

Business • 24 Oct 25

AIB's Managing Director of Retail Banking Geraldine Casey said the rate cuts announced today 'could benefit tens of thousands of customers by saving them money each month'

AIB Group cuts non-green fixed mortgage interest rates

AIB has announced a range of interest rate reductions for its fixed rate mortgages.

Business • 23 Oct 25

Merck Life Science plant in Arklow to close

German science and technology company Merck is to close its operation in Co Wicklow by the end of 2028, with the loss of 100 jobs.

Business • 23 Oct 25

Ibec urges vigilance over reliance on corporation tax

Ibec has urged continued vigilance over the reliance on corporation tax in an assessment of the Budget.

Business • 22 Oct 25

Social Finance Foundation reaches €260m lending milestone

A non-profit body that provides loan finance for community organisations has reached a lending milestone of more than €260 million.

Business • 21 Oct 25

Investment plan to overhaul Waterford Airport approved

A major investment proposal to overhaul Waterford Airport has been approved, paving the way for a long-awaited runway extension and airport upgrade.

Munster • 21 Oct 25

New mortgage product launched by credit unions

A new standard mortgage product has been launched by credit unions aimed at new home buyers and switchers.

Business • 20 Oct 25

Some retailers still breaking Lotto rules - regulator

The National Lottery watchdog has said the proportion of retailers not properly implementing rules to prevent young people purchasing lottery products "remains unacceptable".

Business • 21 Oct 25

Minister of State for Insurance Robert Troy pictured in 2022

Insurance reforms should bring 'lower premiums' - Troy

The Minister of State with responsibility for Insurance has said savings from reforms of the sector "must be reflected in lower premiums" and "wider availability of cover."

Health • 16 Oct 25