Labour market participation rate highest since 2008 New figures from the Central Statistics Office today show that the estimated labour market participation rate in the third quarter of 2023 reached 65.8% - … Business • 23 Nov
Most mortgages entering arrears are trackers New research by the Central Bank shows the majority of mortgage accounts going into default of up to three months in the past year have … Business • 23 Nov
US firms positive about the future in Ireland - AmCham US multinationals remain optimistic for the future of their businesses in Ireland, despite the current economic pressures, according to a survey by the American Chamber … Business • 23 Nov
Public sector pay talks expected to begin on Monday Talks on a new public sector pay deal involving unions, staff associations and the Government are expected to begin next week. Business • 23 Nov
Background Bills: The hidden cost of subscriptions Subscription services have exploded in popularity in the past decade – meaning we may be paying much more for them than we realise, writes Adam … Business • 23 Nov
New housing commencements rise in October There was a slight increase recorded in the number of new homes that building work began on in October. Business • 23 Nov
€28,000 for pregnancy-related discrimination case - WRC A south Dublin car dealership has been ordered to pay a pregnant teenage saleswoman it sacked €28,000 for discrimination, after finding management knew she was … Business • 23 Nov
Diesel and petrol prices see second monthly fall The latest AA Ireland Fuel Price Survey shows a second monthly drop for petrol and diesel prices with both dropping by three cent in November. Business • 23 Nov
Profits up at OHM motor group as revenues top €227.4m Pre-tax profits at the OHM Group, which distributes Jaguar and Land Rover brands here, last year increased by 35% to €5.73m. Business • 23 Nov
42% of employers still don't offer upskilling to staff Two out of every five employees work for employers that have no option for professional development or learning, new research has found. Business • 23 Nov
EU court dismisses Ryanair appeals against rivals' aid The European Union's top court has today dismissed an appeal by Ryanair against support measures that were put in place by France and Sweden in … Business • 23 Nov
Revenues up 85% at Mount Juliet estate last year The staging of the Horizon Irish Open at Mount Juliet last year coincided with revenues at the company which operates the five star hotel and … Business • 23 Nov
FSU opposes closure of 10 Ulster Bank branches in north The Financial Services Union has said it is hugely disappointed by the decision by Ulster Bank to close ten branches in Northern Ireland. Business • 23 Nov
Finance Bill passes all stages in Dáil after debate The Finance Bill has passed all stages in the Dáil and will now move to the Seanad for consideration before being sent to President Michael … Politics • 23 Nov
Irish Continental Group revenues lower so far this year Irish Ferries owner Irish Continental Group has reported a dip in revenues but increased volumes of passengers and freight levels. Business • 23 Nov
