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Microsoft to create 550 AI-focused jobs in Ireland

Fri, 11/01/2024 - 00:01
The new roles are in software engineering, applied sciences, product management, program management, data science, design, technical writing and analytics

SMEs see steep labour productivity decline, new report warns 

Fri, 11/01/2024 - 00:00
Productivity in the construction sector was down 29% since 2019, while the accommodation and food services sector saw a 14% drop, Banking and Payments Federation found

Apple meets sales estimates, but China region remains weak spot

Thu, 10/31/2024 - 22:08
Apple said sales were $94.93bn. Earnings of $1.64 per share, excluding the €14.4bn tax charge to Ireland, topped analyst expectations of $1.60

Intel forecasts fourth-quarter revenue above estimates

Thu, 10/31/2024 - 20:55
Shares climb on positive outlook despite third-quarter net loss of $16.6bn

Wholesale electricity prices increase by more than 12%

Thu, 10/31/2024 - 16:45
Electricity prices were 1% higher in September compared to the same month last year, but overall 70.9% lower than August 2022, when prices hit record highs

Euro zone inflation rises to 2% bolstering case for caution in rate cuts

Thu, 10/31/2024 - 14:06
Inflation has fallen quickly since hitting double digit territory two years ago and most economists see it back at the European Central Bank's 2% target basis sometime in the first half of next year

Business movers: People starting new jobs in Ireland

Thu, 10/31/2024 - 11:45
New appointees with OptionsCard.ie, Credit Union Development Association, GlobalLogic, Logicalis, RDJ and Development Perspectives

Ibec survey shows falling confidence within Ireland's experience economy

Thu, 10/31/2024 - 10:37
The sector encompasses hospitality, retail, travel, food, drink, tourism, entertainment, technology, events and organisations in the arts, cultural, sporting and heritage sectors

HyperX Alloy Rise mechanical keyboard: Stylish, with lots of customisation for gamers and creators

Thu, 10/31/2024 - 10:00
HyperX’s Ingenuity software provides a smooth experience for customising the Alloy Rise.

Tronsmart SoundFi Q20S: Solid performance and value in active noise-cancelling wireless headphones

Thu, 10/31/2024 - 08:55
The SoundFi Q20S uses 40mm dynamic drivers, which produce clear, distortion-free audio with a rich, balanced sound profile.

Bottler Coca-Cola HBC raises annual forecast after revenue growth beat

Thu, 10/31/2024 - 08:13
Beverage companies are experiencing higher demand despite price hikes, supported by a gradually improving economic environment

ECB inflation goal in sight but fight not over, Lagarde says

Thu, 10/31/2024 - 08:05
'We also know that inflation will rise in the coming months, simply because of base effects'

Macroom startup founder to showcase life sciences firm at this year's Web Summit

Thu, 10/31/2024 - 00:22
Reso Health is one of 36 Irish startups to showcase at this year's event in Lisbon

Eurozone grows slightly as Germany dodges recession

Wed, 10/30/2024 - 17:35
Economists had predicted that growth in the Eurozone would hold steady at 0.2% but it has quickened to 0.4%

Next raises its profit forecast again to €1.2bn 

Wed, 10/30/2024 - 16:55
While other British retailers including Debenhams disappeared from shopping streets, Next adapted early to the shift to online sales

Britain's chancellor Rachel Reeves reveals £40bn in tax rises as she promises to rebuild public services

Wed, 10/30/2024 - 16:46
Reeves said the 'difficult' tax-raising choices were required to stabilise the public finances after receiving a dire economic inheritance from the Conservatives

Profits at Milano pizza restaurants fall 80% to €2.34m

Wed, 10/30/2024 - 16:27
Agenbite Ltd's new accounts show that Milano's revenues increased by 5.5% last year, from €25.48m to €26.9m

Woodies-owner Grafton Group acquires Spanish firm in a deal worth €132m

Wed, 10/30/2024 - 15:54
Spanish air conditioning and heating products distributor Salvador Escoda last year reported revenue of €231.8m and an adjusted operating profit of €16.5m

Income at Irish aircraft leasing firm Avolon rises 24%

Wed, 10/30/2024 - 15:17
Net income increase to €110.7m during the third quarter of this year was driven by rising lease revenue, according to latest results

Bose QuietComfort earbuds: Noise-cancelling comfort with solid battery life

Wed, 10/30/2024 - 15:10
The recently released QuietComfort Earbuds are a welcome addition to the Bose lineup. I have been a massive fan of the QuietComfort Ultra earbuds, ...

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