Welcome for revised NDP but more clarity needed The Construction Industry Federation has welcomed the revised National Development Plan monetary provisions announced today but calls for clarity on project delivery timeframes and how they will be supported by multiannual funding. Business • 22 Jul
Welcome for revised NDP but more clarity needed The Construction Industry Federation has welcomed the revised National Development Plan monetary provisions announced today but calls for clarity on project delivery timeframes and how they will be supported by multiannual funding. Business • 22 Jul
Ireland's prosperity problem, according to KPMG report Ireland has difficulties managing its own prosperity, according to a report by KPMG which shows the economy is still proving resilient despite economic headwinds. Business • 08 Jul
Ireland's prosperity problem, according to KPMG report Ireland has difficulties managing its own prosperity, according to a report by KPMG which shows the economy is still proving resilient despite economic headwinds. Business • 08 Jul
UK watchdog launches probe into KPMG's audit of Entain Britain's accounting watchdog said today it has started an investigation into the audit conducted by KPMG of the financials of bookmaker Entain for the year ended December 2022. Business • 20 Jan
UK watchdog launches probe into KPMG's audit of Entain Britain's accounting watchdog said today it has started an investigation into the audit conducted by KPMG of the financials of bookmaker Entain for the year ended December 2022. Business • 20 Jan
Most Irish businesses planning AI strategy - report The majority of Irish businesses have either adopted or plan to integrate a clear AI strategy within the next six to 12 months, according to new research. Business • 13 Dec 24
Most Irish businesses planning AI strategy - report The majority of Irish businesses have either adopted or plan to integrate a clear AI strategy within the next six to 12 months, according to new research. Business • 13 Dec 24
90% of Irish CEOs see full return to office in 3 years 90% of Irish CEOs believe there will be a return to pre-pandemic ways of working in the office within the next three years, according to new research. Business • 20 Sep 24
90% of Irish CEOs see full return to office in 3 years 90% of Irish CEOs believe there will be a return to pre-pandemic ways of working in the office within the next three years, according to new research. Business • 20 Sep 24
UK watchdog threatens action against BDO, Forvis Mazars The UK accounting watchdog has threatened to take action against BDO and Forvis Mazars over the weakening quality of their audits. Business • 30 Jul 24
UK watchdog threatens action against BDO, Forvis Mazars The UK accounting watchdog has threatened to take action against BDO and Forvis Mazars over the weakening quality of their audits. Business • 30 Jul 24
Customers cutting costs but still value quality - survey A new survey from KPMG highlights the challenge retailers and brands face in balancing price competitiveness and quality. Business • 04 Jun 24
Customers cutting costs but still value quality - survey A new survey from KPMG highlights the challenge retailers and brands face in balancing price competitiveness and quality. Business • 04 Jun 24
Lack of funding the main barrier to innovation by firms 60% of Irish based businesses say a lack of funding is the main barrier they face when it comes to increasing their innovation levels, new research has found. Business • 27 May 24
Lack of funding the main barrier to innovation by firms 60% of Irish based businesses say a lack of funding is the main barrier they face when it comes to increasing their innovation levels, new research has found. Business • 27 May 24
Royal Mail owner delays results as takeover bid looms The owner of Royal Mail has indefinitely delayed the release of its annual trading update, originally scheduled for yesterday morning, as the group heads towards a potential overseas takeover. Business • 24 May 24
Royal Mail owner delays results as takeover bid looms The owner of Royal Mail has indefinitely delayed the release of its annual trading update, originally scheduled for yesterday morning, as the group heads towards a potential overseas takeover. Business • 24 May 24
KPMG Ireland to create 200 jobs with new EU AI Hub KPMG Ireland has launched a new EU AI Hub to support clients using new artificial intelligence technologies and to navigate incoming regulation in the EU and globally. Ireland • 17 May 24
KPMG Ireland to create 200 jobs with new EU AI Hub KPMG Ireland has launched a new EU AI Hub to support clients using new artificial intelligence technologies and to navigate incoming regulation in the EU and globally. Ireland • 17 May 24
Venture capital activity down by a third in 2023 - KPMG A combination of geopolitical uncertainties, high interest rates and inflation and ongoing concerns about valuations contributed to a challenging year for the venture capital market in 2023, according to KPMG in its latest Venture Pulse. Business • 02 Feb 24
Venture capital activity down by a third in 2023 - KPMG A combination of geopolitical uncertainties, high interest rates and inflation and ongoing concerns about valuations contributed to a challenging year for the venture capital market in 2023, according to KPMG in its latest Venture Pulse. Business • 02 Feb 24
Research predicts economic growth of up to 3% in 2024 Ireland's technical recession may have passed, a new analysis has predicted. Business • 21 Dec 23
Research predicts economic growth of up to 3% in 2024 Ireland's technical recession may have passed, a new analysis has predicted. Business • 21 Dec 23
KPMG UK hit with record fine over Carillion audit Britain's accounting regulator has today fined KPMG a record £21m for a "textbook failure" in audits of Carillion, the builder that imploded in 2018 and prompted a root and branch review of auditing standards. Business • 12 Oct 23
KPMG UK hit with record fine over Carillion audit Britain's accounting regulator has today fined KPMG a record £21m for a "textbook failure" in audits of Carillion, the builder that imploded in 2018 and prompted a root and branch review of auditing standards. Business • 12 Oct 23
Venture capital activity declined in second quarter Venture capital activity in Ireland followed the global trend downwards between April and the end of June, a report from KPMG has found. Business • 18 Aug 23
Venture capital activity declined in second quarter Venture capital activity in Ireland followed the global trend downwards between April and the end of June, a report from KPMG has found. Business • 18 Aug 23
PwC and KPMG fined over Eddie Stobart Logistics audit The UK accounting watchdog said today it had fined PwC and KPMG, two of the world's top four auditors, for "serious" failings in their auditing of Eddie Stobart Logistics (ESL) company in 2017 and 2018. Business • 29 Jun 23
PwC and KPMG fined over Eddie Stobart Logistics audit The UK accounting watchdog said today it had fined PwC and KPMG, two of the world's top four auditors, for "serious" failings in their auditing of Eddie Stobart Logistics (ESL) company in 2017 and 2018. Business • 29 Jun 23
VC investment into Irish firms plummeted 57% in Q1 Venture capital investment into Irish firms plummeted 57% between January and March, compared to the same period last year. Business • 27 Apr 23
VC investment into Irish firms plummeted 57% in Q1 Venture capital investment into Irish firms plummeted 57% between January and March, compared to the same period last year. Business • 27 Apr 23
KPMG fined £875,000 for failures in Luceco audit in UK KPMG has been fined £875,000 for its audit of lighting manufacturer Luceco for its financial year to December 31, 2016, Britain's accounting watchdog said today. Business • 13 Apr 23
KPMG fined £875,000 for failures in Luceco audit in UK KPMG has been fined £875,000 for its audit of lighting manufacturer Luceco for its financial year to December 31, 2016, Britain's accounting watchdog said today. Business • 13 Apr 23
KPMG calls for new, lower rates of income tax Consulting group KPMG has called for new, lower rates of income tax to be introduced. Business • 05 Apr 23
KPMG calls for new, lower rates of income tax Consulting group KPMG has called for new, lower rates of income tax to be introduced. Business • 05 Apr 23
Irish fintech investment down by over a third in 2022 Irish fintechs attracted just over $1 billion in investment last year, down almost 37% compared with the previous year, a new report from KPMG shows. Business • 10 Mar 23
Irish fintech investment down by over a third in 2022 Irish fintechs attracted just over $1 billion in investment last year, down almost 37% compared with the previous year, a new report from KPMG shows. Business • 10 Mar 23
Green light for Kennedy Wilson's Stephen's Green plan An Bord Pleanála has given the green light to US property giant Kennedy Wilson to construct a new office campus at St Stephen's Green in Dublin city centre that will have the capacity to accommodate 3,000 office workers. Business • 25 Jan 23
Green light for Kennedy Wilson's Stephen's Green plan An Bord Pleanála has given the green light to US property giant Kennedy Wilson to construct a new office campus at St Stephen's Green in Dublin city centre that will have the capacity to accommodate 3,000 office workers. Business • 25 Jan 23
16% of M&A leaders expect higher deal volumes in 2023 Just 16% of merger and acquisition (M&A) leaders expect higher deal volumes in 2023, according to KPMG's annual M&A outlook survey. Business • 13 Jan 23
16% of M&A leaders expect higher deal volumes in 2023 Just 16% of merger and acquisition (M&A) leaders expect higher deal volumes in 2023, according to KPMG's annual M&A outlook survey. Business • 13 Jan 23
Inspiring Women Entrepreneurs programme launched today A new initiative aimed at introducing women to the idea of setting up their own business has been launched today. Business • 17 Nov 22
Inspiring Women Entrepreneurs programme launched today A new initiative aimed at introducing women to the idea of setting up their own business has been launched today. Business • 17 Nov 22
KPMG's Irish turnover jumped 16% to €504m last year Turnover at the Irish arm of consulting group KPMG rose 16% last year to €504m. Business • 28 Apr 22
KPMG's Irish turnover jumped 16% to €504m last year Turnover at the Irish arm of consulting group KPMG rose 16% last year to €504m. Business • 28 Apr 22
Netflix, KPMG, PwC, AMEX sever ties with Russia Netflix, a global streaming entertainment service, top accounting firms KPMG and PwC and financial services firm American Express are among the latest companies to cut ties with Russia as that country's conflict with Ukraine escalated. Business • 07 Mar 22
Netflix, KPMG, PwC, AMEX sever ties with Russia Netflix, a global streaming entertainment service, top accounting firms KPMG and PwC and financial services firm American Express are among the latest companies to cut ties with Russia as that country's conflict with Ukraine escalated. Business • 07 Mar 22
Bank CEOs plan to enhance digital offerings in 2022 Most bank CEOs plan to enhance their digital offerings this year and develop further partnerships with fintechs, according to a new survey by KPMG. Business • 02 Feb 22
Bank CEOs plan to enhance digital offerings in 2022 Most bank CEOs plan to enhance their digital offerings this year and develop further partnerships with fintechs, according to a new survey by KPMG. Business • 02 Feb 22
