Adam Maguire

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EXL opens international business, AI hub in Dublin

Data and AI company EXL has opened its international business headquarters in Dublin.

Business • 12 Aug 25

Love of Pod: Has Nespresso been good or bad for coffee?

When US President Donald Trump last week announced plans for a 39% tariff on Swiss imports, he blindsided politicians in the picturesque European state.

Business • 10 Aug 25

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Live, Forever: Why bands are reuniting early and often

Reunion tours used to be confined to retired rockers looking to pad out their pensions, but the changing economics of the music industry has prompted groups to reunite at a much younger age, writes Adam Maguire.

Business • 03 Aug 25

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Big Ticket: Why music festivals are so expensive

The Irish summer is laden down with music and arts festivals and going along can cost quite a lot of money - but the idea that greedy promoters are ripping gig-goers off is generally wide of the mark, writes Adam Maguire.

Business • 31 Jul 25

Call for pensions to be able to tap into private markets

Changing pensions rules to allow investments in private markets would benefit consumers and the country, according to the CEO of one of Ireland's leading investment firms.

Business • 30 Jul 25

Dublin aerial view with Liffey river and O'Connell bridge during sunset

Real economy to continue to grow this year - Davy

There will be continued strong growth in the real economy between this year and 2027, according to forecasts by stockbroker Davy.

Business • 11 Jul 25

Markets reacted strongly to Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariff plan - but more recent trade threats have gotten a more muted response

Markets 'shaken but not stirred' by latest tariff threats

Markets are "shaken but definitely not stirred" by the latest US tariff threats, according to financial analysit Danni Hewson.

Business • 10 Jul 25

Cost Bite: What 4 years of inflation has done to prices

The ECB seems to think it's gotten inflation under control - but consumers are still counting the cost of it on a daily basis, writes Adam Maguire.

Business • 13 Jul 25

Monster Hit: How Labubu became a billion-dollar business

Labubu dolls have become a smash hit toy and fashion accessory, but they also represent a cultural watershed for China, writes Adam Maguire.

Business • 05 Jul 25

Weaker US dollar creates additional hurdle for exporters

The US dollar has continued to weaken against the euro this week, presenting extra challenges for exporting firms.

Business • 02 Jul 25