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Greencore increases bid for rival Bakkavor - report

Wed, 03/26/2025 - 07:40
Convenience food manufacturer Greencore has increased its bid for rival Bakkavor Group, Bloomberg News has reported, citing sources.

Evoke's Q1 growth to be slower than full-year forecast

Wed, 03/26/2025 - 07:32
UK betting and gaming firm Evoke said today it expects its first-quarter revenue to grow in low-single-digit percentage, lower than its 5%-9% growth expected for the full-year, as measures to reign in gambling-related harm weigh.

Signal boss defends messaging app's security

Wed, 03/26/2025 - 07:19
The president of Signal has defended the messaging app's security after top Trump administration officials mistakenly included a journalist in an encrypted chatroom they used to discuss looming US military action against Yemen's Houthis.

Are increased interest rates behind falling apartment supply?

Wed, 03/26/2025 - 07:10
Rent Pressure Zones have been blamed for the fall in apartments here, but international evidence suggests interest rates are the real issue

What is Signal and is it secure?

Wed, 03/26/2025 - 07:10
Signal is an end-to-end encrypted messaging app that is considered one of the most secure in the world by security professionals, but was never intended to be the go-to choice for White House officials planning a military operation.

UK inflation slowed to 2.8% in February - ONS

Wed, 03/26/2025 - 07:08
British inflation slowed by more than expected in February, bringing some relief to consumers ahead of a likely new pick-up in price growth and to finance minister Rachel Reeves before her budget update speech today.

Woman settles case against ex-employer for almost €260k

Wed, 03/26/2025 - 00:23
A Co Down woman has settled a sexual discrimination case against one of Northern Ireland's largest employers for almost €260,000.

Over half of FSPO complaints in 2024 about banking

Wed, 03/26/2025 - 00:05
Just over half (3,404) of the 6,185 complaints made to the Financial Services and Pensions Ombudsman last year were about banking, with customer service and disputed transactions the main reasons for such complaints.

Energy transition could generate €19bn per year - SEAI

Wed, 03/26/2025 - 00:01
A new report from the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland estimates that Ireland's energy transition will drive up to €19 billion per year of new business by 2030.

PNA begins industrial action in staffing numbers dispute

Wed, 03/26/2025 - 00:01
Members of the Psychiatric Nurses Association are beginning industrial action in a dispute over staffing numbers.

ECB rates could fall to 2% by end of summer - Villeroy

Tue, 03/25/2025 - 17:17
There is still room to lower European Central Bank interest rates further, and the 2.5% deposit rate could fall to 2% by the end of the summer, French central bank chief Francois Villeroy de Galhau told a German newspaper.

Profits at Joe Duffy media firm rise to €621,000

Tue, 03/25/2025 - 16:51
Accumulated profits at the firm co-owned by RTÉ's best paid broadcaster, Joe Duffy last year increased to €621,000.

US consumer sentiment tumbles to four-year low

Tue, 03/25/2025 - 16:28
US consumer confidence plunged to the lowest level in more than four years in March, with households fearing a recession in the future and higher inflation because of tariffs.

Advisory firm Azets Ireland to acquire Cooney Carey

Tue, 03/25/2025 - 16:07
Business advisory firm Azets Ireland is set to acquire Cooney Carey for an undisclosed sum.

Oil up for fifth day on concerns after Venezuela tariffs

Tue, 03/25/2025 - 14:39
Oil prices rose today for a fifth day in a row on expectations that global supply may tighten after the US announced tariffs on countries that buy Venezuelan crude, although OPEC+ plans to go ahead with an output hike in May limited gains.

Karen's Diner ordered to pay €1,018 to ex-worker for tips

Tue, 03/25/2025 - 14:12
The operator of the themed Karen's Diner in Dublin - where as part of the concept staff are paid to be obnoxious to customers - has been ordered to pay over €1,000 in compensation to an ex-worker in a row over unpaid tips.

Entries open for InterTradeIreland competition

Tue, 03/25/2025 - 13:19
InterTradeIreland is now accepting entries for its Seedcorn Investor Readiness Competition.

Apple set to stave off EU fine into browser options

Tue, 03/25/2025 - 12:39
Apple is set to stave off a possible fine and an EU order over its browser options on iPhones after it made changes to comply with landmark EU rules aimed at reining in Big Tech, people with direct knowledge of the matter said today.

How Beyoncé rebranded Levi's jeans for a new generation

Tue, 03/25/2025 - 12:19
As Levi's have shown over the years, brands become icons by telling powerful cultural stories and addressing societal tensions

O'Driscoll served compliance notice over social posts

Tue, 03/25/2025 - 11:48
Former rugby star Brian O'Driscoll and fitness coach Caroline O'Mahony were the two social media influencers served with compliance notices by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission for breaching consumer law by failing to disclose the commercial nature of their social media posts.

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