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Millions of cancer survivors denied finance, study finds

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 11:28
There are around 20 million cancer survivors across Europe, and new research suggests that many are facing "financial toxicity" from financial institutions which are denying them loans, mortgages, health and travel insurance.

Residential property prices rise 8.6% over year to June

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 11:17
Residential property prices rose by 8.6% nationally in the year to the end of June, new data from the Central Statistics Office shows.

Sharp rise in investment fraud in first half of 2024

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 11:16
There was a 74% increase in the volume of investment fraud attempts in the first half of the year, according to a new survey.

Norway's soverign wealth fund warns of market uncertainty

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 10:07
Stock markets are not expected to continue to rise in the way they have in recent years as there is a lot of uncertainty and a "completely different geopolitical situation", the CEO of Norway's $1.7 trillion wealth fund has said.

Apple supplier Foxconn's second quarter profit rises 6%

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 08:31
Apple supplier Foxconn has reported a 6% rise in second-quarter net profit, driven by strong AI server demand as the company touted "strong growth momentum" from the technology boom.

Carlsberg lifts 2024 growth outlook

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 08:28
Danish brewer Carlsberg has lifted its forecast for full-year operating profit growth despite posting weaker-than-expected sales for the second quarter hit by bad June weather.

Decline in electric vehicle sales 'worrying' - expert

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 08:28
The decline in electric vehicle sales is "very worrying" from a climate perspective, an expert has said.

Decline in electric vehicle sales 'worrying' - expert

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 08:28
The decline in electric vehicle sales is "very worrying" from a climate perspective, an expert has said.

TUI reports strong performance due to summer bookings

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 08:19
Europe's largest tour operator TUI beat third-quarter operating profit expectations thanks to strong summer travel demand and a boost from German rival FTI's bankruptcy.

UK inflation rises less than expected in July

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 08:10
British consumer price inflation increased for the first time this year in July, official figures showed today, but the rise was smaller than expected as services prices - closely watched by the Bank of England - rose much less sharply.

Snickers maker Mars to acquire Pringles maker Kellanova

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 08:08
Family-owned Mars, whose brands include M&M's and Snickers, is nearing a deal to acquire Kellanova, maker of snacks such as Pringles, for nearly $30 billion.

Revenue at Kenmare Resources falls due to lower shipments

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 07:57
Dublin based mining company Kenmare Resources has reported lower revenue and profits for the first half of the year.

Glanbia reports lower revenue and profits for first half

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 07:22
Glanbia has reported lower revenue and profits for the first half of the year.

Data centres use a lot of electricity, but can this be reduced?

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 07:14
Researchers believe they could increase energy efficiency in data centres by 70 to 80% through the use of laser technology

Queries and complaints to CCPC up 18% in first half

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 05:00
The volume of complaints and queries received by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) leapt by almost a fifth in the first six months of the year when compared to the same period last year.

Property prices on course for 4.5% growth - estate agents

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 05:00
Estate agents expect property prices nationally to increase by an average of 4.5% over the next 12 months.

Azets Ireland to double size of corporate finance team

Wed, 08/14/2024 - 05:00
Azets Ireland is planning to more than double the size of its corporate finance division over the next three years.

Flutter raises full-year guidance as Q2 profits rise 17%

Tue, 08/13/2024 - 22:54
Paddy Power owner Flutter Entertainment raised its full-year guidance after a much better than expected second quarter and said it has no plans "at this stage" to follow rival Draftkings in adding a surcharge to customers' winnings in high-tax US states.

Accumulated profits at Sexton's firm hit €2.25m last year

Tue, 08/13/2024 - 18:01
Accumulated profits at the management company owned by former Ireland rugby captain, Johnny Sexton, totalled €2.25m ahead of his retirement from the professional game last year.

Dublin Airport refused permission for new staff car park

Tue, 08/13/2024 - 16:47
Fingal County Council has refused planning permission to plans by Dublin airport operator, daa for a new staff car park comprising 950 spaces.

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