Petula Martyn

Mid West Correspondent

'The construction sector across the country enjoyed a greater degree of stability and predictability last year'

AECOM predicts construction tender prices will rise 4%

AECOM expects the value of the construction industry in Ireland to be in the region of €32 billion this year, similar to last year.

Business • 18 Jan 24

The mortgage interest tax credit will put some much-needed money back into the pockets of those who are eligible for it

Will you claim the mortgage interest tax credit?

Thousands of taxpayers across the country miss out on their tax entitlements every year, due to a lack of awareness of the various tax reliefs and credits, or a reluctance to engage with Revenue.

Business • 18 Jan 24

Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue and Bord Bia chief cxecutive Jim O'Toole

Irish food and drinks exports declined in 2023

The value of Ireland's food, drink and horticulture exports declined by 4% last year to reach €16.3 billion, following a record breaking year in 2022 when exports grew by 22%.

Business • 10 Jan 24

Asking prices for properties nationally rose by over 4% through 2023

Buoyant labour market boosts property prices - MyHome

Ireland's buoyant labour market had a significant effect on the housing market, reducing the negative impact of high interest rates on property prices last year.

Business • 08 Jan 24

Energy providers saw their profits soar in 2023

Will we see further cuts to energy bills next year?

Electricity and gas prices are stabilising as 2023 draws to an end, sparking hopes of a big drop in energy costs for households and businesses next year.

Business • 24 Dec 23

The number of customers visiting the IKEA store in Ballymun increased by 4% to 3.2 million visitors

IKEA records 16.5% increase in sales in Ireland

IKEA's Ballymun store is the company's best performing by revenue in the world.

Business • 07 Dec 23

Slightly more consumers are planning to spend more on presents (9%) than last year

Consumers plan 'a more positive but prudent Christmas'

Planning to cut back on Christmas spending is now a seasonal norm, according to analysis of the Credit Union Consumer Sentiment survey for November.

Business • 20 Nov 23

The Office - Steve Carell as Michael Scott, Amy Ryan as Holly Flax

The risks of romance in the workplace

When Michael Scott proposed to Holly Flax in The Office, he said, "This is where I fell in love with you, and this is where I ask you to marry me."

Business • 28 Oct 23

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) and the Advertising Standards Authority for Ireland (ASAI).

Business • 27 Oct 23

Chupi Sweetman, the founder and CEO of Chupi

Chupi to open flagship store in Dublin

Chupi Sweetman set up her own jewellery business 10 years ago and since then it has evolved into a luxury brand that sells in 70 countries and employs 40 people.

Business • 17 Oct 23