GDP rises 3.4% in 2020 on strong multinational sector The economy, as measured by GDP, increased by 3.4% in 2020, according to preliminary figures from the Central Statistics Office today. Business • 9 hrs
AIB posts after tax loss of €741m amid Covid challenges AIB has reported a loss after tax of €741m for the year to the end of December on the back of an expected credit loss ... Business • 12 hrs
Powerful questions over 'essential' tech data centres The concrete towers of the old IFI plant in Arklow, Co Wicklow, are a familiar sight to drivers on the M11 motorway. Ireland's Power Revolution • 10 hrs
Microsoft invites people to StepIn2Tech Microsoft has launched a training programme called StepIn2Tech, that aims to equip 10,000 people with digital skills. Business • 04 Mar
Why women are poorer than men The WHO had warned that the pandemic would impact the lives and incomes of women more than men and it looks like this is the ... Business • 04 Mar
Why windfarm plans are ruffling feathers Ireland's east coast is quietly preparing to become the backbone of Ireland's renewable energy. Ireland's Power Revolution • 11 hrs
Missing the IT crowd Remote working comes with some problems - isolation, overeating and miscommunication. Business • 03 Mar
Goodbody to be ring-fenced from AIB on pay matters The Minister for Finance says approximately 30 staff members will move from AIB to Goodbody Stockbrokers when the bank completes the purchase of the business. Business • 03 Mar
Davy apologises: 'deeply regrets shortcomings' The Board of Davy has issued a public statement in response to yesterday's €4.13million fine by the Central Bank for breaking market rules on conflicts ... Business • 03 Mar
Public support needed for electric dreams to come true The demand for power in Ireland is forecast to grow by between 19-50% over the next ten years, according to Eirgrid. The human dimension is ... Ireland's Power Revolution • 11 hrs
Permanent TSB talks over Ulster Bank 'positive' - CEO The chief executive of Permanent TSB has described its discussions with Ulster Bank parent NatWest on the possible purchase of parts of the business as ... Business • 03 Mar
Central Bank fines Davy €4.1m for breaking market rules The Central Bank has fined stockbroker Davy €4.13m for breaching market rules in relation to a transaction involving the broker's own staff. Business • 02 Mar
Bank of Ireland reassures on cash facilities Bank of Ireland has said that no location will be left without access to financial services or cash facilities after its decision to close 103 ... Business • 02 Mar
McCann to step down as Dalata Hotel Group CEO Dalata Hotel Group, which owns the Maldron and Clayton hotels, has reported a 68% reduction in revenue leading to a loss after tax of €101m ... Business • 02 Mar
Return to the workplace There has been a lot of speculation about how workplaces will change because of Covid-19. Business • 01 Mar
Decision to close Bank of Ireland branches 'shameful' The Financial Services Union has described Bank of Ireland's decision to close branches across the island of Ireland as shameful and an act of betrayal ... Business • 01 Mar
Bank of Ireland to close 103 branches in Ireland and NI Bank of Ireland said it has taken a decision to close 103 branches in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, as the acceleration in ... Business • 01 Mar
Irish camping booking site launches €2.9m fundraising Irish booking site Campsited is looking to raise almost €3m as it looks to capitalise on an increased interest in camping holidays. Business • 26 Feb
Hops and Glory Husband and wife team Libby Carton and Rick LeVert took a leap of faith eight years ago when they ditched their graphic design agency to ... Business • 25 Feb
O'Brien's Communicorp agrees sale to Bauer Media Audio German firm Bauer Media Audio has agreed to buy Denis O'Brien's Communicorp Group in a deal believed to be in excess of €100m. Business • 25 Feb
Red tape threatens forestry sector, says expert Poor communications and project management in the Department of Agriculture has led to difficulties in the forestry sector, according to a leading expert who has ... Ireland • 25 Feb
Covid closures hit Grafton's 2020 profits, revenues Grafton Group has reported a drop in profits and revenues for the year to the end of December but said today it is a "stronger, ... Business • 25 Feb
IFA calls for flexibility on gorse fire deadline dates The Irish Farmer's Association has called for the extension to the deadline for the burning of scrubland. Business • 24 Feb
An apology from Eir Eir chief executive Carolan Lennon landed in hot water last year over comments made about their operations in Sligo. Business • 24 Feb
UL redefining computer science education University of Limerick has collaborated with a number of major technology companies to design an Immersive Software Engineering programme, which will redefine computer science education. Business • 24 Feb
