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We believe that proactive tax planning is one of the most powerful tools available to Irish SME owners. In 2026, with ongoing economic shifts and increased Revenue scrutiny, taking early action can protect profits and strengthen long term stability. Here are seven practical tax planning moves every SME should consider this year. 1. Review Your…

In business, reputation is more than a vague concept—it’s a financial asset with measurable impact. We believe that a strong brand reputation builds trust, attracts customers, secures partnerships, and ultimately drives profitability. Conversely, damage to your reputation can lead to lost revenue, diminished customer loyalty, and increased operating costs. Research consistently shows that customers are…

Subscription models have transformed the way businesses generate revenue. From software and digital services to physical products and even professional services, we’ve seen more companies are adopting recurring billing to drive predictable income and build stronger customer relationships. But is a subscription model right for your business? At its core, a subscription model offers products…

Inflation is an unavoidable reality that affects businesses of all sizes. While rising costs may be evident in energy bills or supplier prices, we know that the hidden effects of inflation can be far more damaging if left unaddressed. Understanding these impacts and adopting proactive strategies can help your business stay ahead in uncertain economic…

Bitcoin staged a partial recovery after briefly testing the $60,000 level, rebounding from its weakest point in more than a year as pressure across global financial markets showed early signs of easing. The world’s largest cryptocurrency had fallen sharply earlier in the session, sliding by around 5% to just above $60,000. It later recovered, rising…

Personal loan activity in Ireland reached a new quarterly peak last year, driven by strong demand for car finance, home improvement projects, and green lending, according to the latest figures from Banking & Payments Federation Ireland. The data shows that total personal loan values rose by 15.7% to €776 million, while loan volumes increased by…

Social media platforms generated an estimated €32 million last year from scam advertisements aimed at consumers in Ireland, according to new research commissioned by online banking platform Revolut and carried out by Juniper Research. The study highlights the scale of financial harm linked to fraudulent advertising on major social media channels. In the Irish market,…

Bitcoin fell below the $70,000 mark, slipping to its lowest level since Donald Trump won the US presidential election in November 2024. The world’s largest cryptocurrency dropped to an intraday low of $69,821 before recovering slightly to trade back above $70,000. The decline reflects a broader retreat from risk across global markets. In recent weeks,…

Personal lending activity in Ireland continued its strong upward trend last year, with new figures showing record levels of borrowing across car finance, home improvements and environmentally focused loans. Data from the Banking & Payments Federation Ireland indicates that personal loan drawdowns rose sharply in the third quarter, with total values increasing by 15.7 percent…

The European Central Bank has opted to keep interest rates unchanged, a move that was widely anticipated by markets, while signalling that recent currency movements have not altered its medium-term policy outlook. Having paused its policy easing cycle in June after a year of rate reductions, the ECB now finds itself in a more comfortable…