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Google announces steps to tackle online scams and fraud

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 16:49
Google has announced changes to its processes in Ireland to help tackle online scams and fraud.

Profits surge at Irish owned UK nursing home group

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 15:36
Pre-tax profits at the UK nursing home group owned by three of Ireland's best known businessmen last year increased by 22.5% to £39.02m or €46.57m.

Ex-rugby international on trial for stealing from BOI

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 15:28
A former Irish rugby international has gone on trial accused of stealing over €500,000 from Bank of Ireland Private Bank.

TikTok sued by 13 US states and DC

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 15:24
TikTok faces new lawsuits filed by 13 US states and the District of Columbia today, accusing the popular social media platform of harming and failing to protect young people.

RTÉ to move under remit of C&AG, minister confirms

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 14:48
RTÉ is to move under the remit of the Comptroller and Auditor General, the Minister for Media has confirmed.

Sales fall short of expectations at Decathlon Ireland

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 13:46
Sales at the Irish arm of sports retail giant, Decathlon fell short of directors' expectations at €46.53m in 2023 in a year marked by the 'big milestone' of the opening of the company's Limerick store.

Poll suggests ECB to cut rates by 25bps in Oct and Dec

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 13:20
The European Central Bank (ECB) will cut its deposit rate by 25 basis points on October 17 and again in December, according to more than 90% of economists polled by Reuters who now see a quicker decline in euro zone inflation.

Coillte spends almost €1m on clearing illegal dumping

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 13:04
Forestry agency Coillte has had to spend more than €950,000 over the past two and a half years cleaning up after illegal dumping on its lands.

PepsiCo trims sales forecast as customers cut back

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 12:54
PepsiCo has cut its forecast for annual sales growth as picky consumers in North America limit their spending on savory snacks and drinks, while opting for cheaper private-label brands.

Restructuring costs behind National Lottery firm's losses

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 12:38
Restructuring costs of €3.2m contributed to the operator of the National Lottery last year recording an operating loss of €7.7m.

How some businesses communicate around controversial issues

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 12:22
Research has identified seven distinct strategies used by companies in controversial industries to communicate on controversial issues

Central Bank's Irish Defence Forces commemorative coin

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 11:26
The Central Bank has launched a €15 limited edition commemorative coin to mark the centenary of the Irish Defence Forces.

Oil falls as investors pare bets on Middle East war risk

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 11:04
Oil prices declined today with concerns over potential oil supply disruption easing as the market still awaits an Israeli response to the Iranian rocket attacks last week which triggered the crude price rally.

EU drops Antigua and Barbuda from tax haven blacklist

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 10:56
The European Union has removed Antigua and Barbuda from its tax haven blacklist, an instrument that has been slammed as ineffective in the past by anti-poverty groups.

Bord Bia launches new dairy campaign in Thailand

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 10:13
Bord Bia has launched a dairy campaign in Thailand as part of the Government's first ever agri-food trade mission to the country.

Hong Kong stocks plunge over 9%, biggest fall in 16 years

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 09:51
Hong Kong stocks plunged more than 9% today, their biggest fall in 16 years, after China left investors disappointed by a lack of new stimulus and few details about measures announced last month.

Is an Approved Retirement Fund the right investment for you?

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 09:21
John Lowe of MoneyDoctors.ie explores the key features, benefits, and considerations associated with ARFs.

China hits out at EU brandy after EV tariff vote

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 09:18
China has imposed temporary anti-dumping measures on brandy imports from the European Union, hitting brands from Hennessy to Remy Martin, after the 27-state bloc voted for tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles.

More demand for mental health supports by under 30s - Vhi

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 08:52
Health insurance provider Vhi has released new data showing that 32% of admissions to a private psychiatric hospital were for members under the age of 30.

Imperial Brands sees boost from tobacco alternatives

Tue, 10/08/2024 - 08:24
Imperial Brands has today forecast a growth of 20% to 30% in fiscal 2024 next generation products (NGP) revenue and announced shareholder returns of £2.8 billion, helped by growing demand for tobacco alternatives.

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