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Two thirds of Irish SMEs concerned about impact of new global trade war

Two thirds of Irish SMEs concerned about impact of new global trade war

Wed, 28 May, 2025

A record high in optimism levels seen amongst Irish small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) several months ago has dropped back to more average levels as the turmoil of high US tariff announcements - and subsequent pauses - drives more uncertainty

Staffing, energy costs and access to finance biggest worries for Irish SMEs, survey finds

Staffing, energy costs and access to finance biggest worries for Irish SMEs, survey finds

Mon, 21 Oct, 2024

The survey also revealed a strong preference amongst Irish SMEs for green investments that reduce energy costs, such as solar panels and energy-efficient lighting.

‘Tsunami’ of costs faced by businesses threatening to ‘hollow out’ towns

‘Tsunami’ of costs faced by businesses threatening to ‘hollow out’ towns

Tue, 15 Oct, 2024

Chef Darina Allen said protesters’ calls for the government ‘to wake up and listen to the people’ were right.

Protest to be held at Leinster House over costs faced by shops and restaurants

Protest to be held at Leinster House over costs faced by shops and restaurants

Tue, 15 Oct, 2024

Business groups have criticised a lack of support in Budget 2025 for small to medium-sized businesses.

Explained: What you need to know about Amazon.ie launching next year

Explained: What you need to know about Amazon.ie launching next year

Mon, 29 Jul, 2024

With the news that Amazon.ie will launch a new dedicated site for users next year, the days of tracking packages across Europe will be a thing of the past.