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Both Flutter and CRH also reckon the deep pools of US investors will value them more richly

Irish stock market exits are symptom of wider EU unease

Irish people have a rich history of looking to the US for a better life.

The New York Stock Exchange welcomed executives and guests of CRH for the ringing of the opening bell

CRH shares start trading on New York Stock Exchange

Shares in building materials giant CRH have started trading on Wall Street as the company delisted from the Irish Stock Exchange after over 80 years of trading in Dublin.

Business • 25 Sep 23

CRH shares to delist from Euronext Dublin on Monday

CRH shares cease trading on Euronext Dublin

Shares in building materials giant CRH ceased trading on the Irish Stock Exchange yesterday.

Business • 21 Sep 23

More than 20 names have departed the Dublin exchange since 2018 with just five joining in the same period

What next for Irish stock market amid departures?

The Irish stock exchange has seen a wave of departures in recent years with more exits possibly in the offing. Concerns have been expressed about the bourse's future as companies move in greater numbers to where the investors are. So, what lies in prospect for Euronext Dublin?

Business • 17 Sep 23

Hibernia REIT's 1 Windmill Lane development

Hibernia REIT leaves Irish Stock Exchange

Commercial property firm Hibernia REIT is set to leave the Irish Stock Exchange this morning, after its acquisition completed on Friday.

Business • 20 Jun 22

Irish stock market slumps amid rising Brexit fears

The Irish stock market dropped more than any other main exchange in Western Europe today, as worries rise that the United Kingdom may leave the European Union without a formal agreement.

Brexit • 15 Nov 18

Euronext CEO Stéphane Boujnah says the company has reached its 2019 cost cutting target a year in advance

Irish deal, higher listings boost Euronext's Q3 profits

Pan-European exchange Euronext has posted a better than expected 26.4% jump in third-quarter core earnings.

Business • 12 Nov 18

Somers resigns as CEO of Euronext Dublin

Deirdre Somers has resigned from her position as chief executive of Euronext Dublin, which owns the Irish stock exchange.

Business • 28 Jun 18

Deirdre Somers is the CEO of Euronext Dublin and will join the managing board of Euronext

Euronext completes acquisition of Irish Stock Exchange

Euronext has today completed the €137m acquisition of the Irish Stock Exchange, after receiving regulatory approvals.

Business • 27 Mar 18

US stocks reacted to the announcement with the markets closing lower overnight

Markets react to Trump's tariffs

Global markets have tumbled, prompted by fears of a trade war between the US and other countries.

Business • 02 Mar 18

Adverse weather conditions close Dublin stock exchange

ISE closed today and tomorrow due to extreme weather

The Irish Stock Exchange closed today at noon and said it will remain closed tomorrow, due to the "extreme weather conditions" hitting the country.

Business • 01 Mar 18

Euronext bought the Irish Stock Exchange for €137m last year to boost its position in debt and fund listings

Euronext looks for deals as profit beats expectations

Euronext is looking to buy more European exchanges following last year's purchase of the Irish Stock Exchange, as it strives to turn up the heat on bigger rivals Deutsche Boerse and the London Stock Exchange.

Business • 19 Feb 18

2017 described as a 'stellar' year for the Irish Stock Exchange

ISE's equity turnover records sixth year of growth

The Irish Stock Exchange said that ISE-listed companies raised €5.1 billion in equity funds from international investors during 2017.

Business • 16 Jan 18

The deal is worth €137m, excluding regulatory capital requirements estimated at €21.8m

Irish Stock Exchange sold to Euronext in €137m deal

The Irish Stock Exchange (ISE) has been acquired by Euronext, which already operates some of Europe's main exchanges.

Business • 30 Nov 17

Irish Stock Exchange sees 4% increase in turnover

ISE's turnover up 4% for first nine months of 2017

The Irish Stock Exchange has reported a 4% increase in equity turnover for the first nine months of the year, while the ISEQ is up 5.6% year so far this year.

Business • 20 Oct 17

Bank of Ireland shareholders were offered one share in the reorganised company for every 30 held by them

Bank of Ireland changes take effect from today

A reorganisation at Bank of Ireland which saw the establishment of a new holding company and a reduction in the number of shares in issue takes effect today on the Irish Stock Exchange.

Business • 10 Jul 17

Irish Stock Exchange chief executive Deirdre Somers

No Stamp Duty for investors in ESM companies

Investors buying and selling shares in small and medium sized companies listed on the Enterprise Securities Market of the Irish Stock Exchange will be exempt from Stamp Duty from next month.

Business • 17 May 17

The Ireland Strategic Investment Fund is to invest €50m in newly listed Malin

Life sciences firm Malin up 7.3% in Dublin debut

Shares in Ireland's Malin rose 7.3% on its stock market debut after it raised €330m in one of Europe's biggest life science initial public offerings.

Business • 25 Mar 15

The Irish Stock Exchange saw an increase in activity across the board last year

ISEQ saw strong growth towards the end of 2014

There were more than 1.1m equity trades on the ISEQ in the last three months of 2014, according to the Irish Stock Exchange.

Business • 22 Jan 15

Three new firms listed on the ISEQ during 2014

Main ISEQ index grew by 15% in 2014

The Irish Stock Exchange has said its ISEQ Overall Index grew by 15% last year, with the number of equity transactions also rising during the year.

Business • 08 Jan 15

Irish Stock Exchange's Christmas arrangements

ISE's trading dates for Christmas and New Year

The Irish Stock Exchange's trading calendar for the Christmas and New Year period.

Business • 29 Dec 14

New research shows that the Irish Stock Exchange is worth €207m each year to the Irish economy

Irish Stock Exchange worth €207m a year to economy

The Irish Stock Exchange is worth €207m each year to the Irish economy, a new study shows.

Business • 21 Oct 14

The ISEQ Overall index increased by 3.5% to 4,700 in H1 2014.

ISE reports strong growth in H1 2014

Strong demand for Irish shares during 2013 continued into the first half of 2014, according to new statistics published by the Irish Stock Exchange (ISE).

Business • 15 Jul 14

Irish Stock Exchange's revenues rose by 12% to €22.9m last year

Irish Stock Exchange's profits up 15% in 2013

The Irish Stock Exchange has posted pre-tax profits of €7.2m for 2013, a 15% increase on the previous year.

Business • 04 Jun 14

The Irish Stock Exchange has seen strong growth in the number of share and equity trades

ISE sees 10% gain in first quarter of 2014

The Irish Stock Exchange has seen further gains in the first three months of 2014, according to the company behind the Dublin market, following strong growth in 2013.

Business • 02 May 14