A no-deal Brexit could 'exasperate' the quirks of Ireland's grocery market
The Central Bank’s latest economic forecast outlined how prices would be impacted.
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Your crash course in... What the new OECD tax proposals could mean for Ireland
New proposals by the Paris-based body will likely affect Ireland’s corporation tax system.
A massive shock to corporation tax could cost Ireland as much as €6bn a year
That’s according to a Department of Finance paper exploring ‘extreme’ but plausible scenarios.
Carbon tax and just transition: What Budget 2020's climate measures mean for business
Aside from Brexit, the climate emergency was a big priority in this year’s budget announcement.
Business groups 'cautiously welcome' a budget 'developed in the shadow of Brexit'
Brexit was a major theme in Budget 2020, but some industry groups have voiced concern.
Budget 2020: Here are the winners and losers from Irish business
Hotels mourn a missed opportunity, brewers raise a Paschal Pilsner but mostly it’s about Brexit.
Budget 2020: changes for startups are welcomed, but don't expect 'instant transformation'
The minister’s speech is seen as positive, but the devil will be in the Finance Bill detail.
Medical device makers might get some breathing room under new EU rules, but it's not a done deal
The Irish Medtech Association said there are “many remaining transitional challenges” for the legislation.
Ibec has called for €1.5 billion in state aid support in the event of no-deal Brexit
The group wants a comprehensive set of supports to support vulnerable workers and businesses.
VAT, funding and action on Brexit: What businesses are watching out for in Budget 2020
A look at what Ireland’s sectors are hoping ahead of Tuesday’s announcement .
Your crash course in... the latest EU court ruling against Facebook and how it polices content
The case ruled that the social network must remove ‘equivalent’ posts that have been deemed illegal.
Irish exporters worry as the WTO has cleared the US to impose $7.5 bn of EU tariffs
Industry groups are concerned that Ireland could be hit by tariffs that would have a ‘highly detrimental impact’.
Electric bike companies are calling for subsidies to get more Irish people on e-bikes
Retailers don’t want the government to focus solely on electric cars as an alternative mobility option.
Regional hubs could help close the disparity between rural and urban Ireland
A Vodafone report suggests hubs could generate €312 million for the regions.
How Ireland's transport industry is planning to cope with Brexit
Plans have been put in place to ensure Ireland’s transport system doesn’t grind to a halt after October.
Indian tech services giant Tata is eyeing up its entry into Irish government services
The company has been active here for nearly 20 years but wants to expand its presence.
John Player says public health groups have their 'head in the sand' on vaping
The cigarette stalwart has been pushing its own e-cigarette products under the Blu brand.
Your crash course in... Apple's appeal against the EU's €13bn Irish tax case
The tech giant’s rebuttal against taxes in Ireland will be heard by judges on Tuesday.
From bikes to roast duck: The Irish businesses jumping at an incoming EU-Vietnam trade deal
Some see the agreement as a beacon of hope amid Brexit and the US-China trade war.
E-scooter giant Lime has been on the charm offensive to get on Irish streets
The company is keen to launch scooter-sharing in Ireland but has no plans for bikes.