Why the aircraft sale and leaseback option has taken off
Sale and leaseback allows airlines to tap into diverse sources of capital and to optimise the mix of owned and leased aircraft in their fleets
Lease is more: Renting is airlines’ preferred option for good reason
More than half of the world’s commercial aircraft are now leased, not owned. Cost, flexibility and aircraft shortages explain why leasing has become the favoured route
More focus needed to nurture domestic business base
SMEs are still the backbone of the Irish economy, so how do we ensure they are supported?
Incentivising entrepreneurship through the tax system
Is there a case for targeted tax incentives to reward business founders for the risks they take on?
From Gen Z to boomers: inside Ireland’s five-generation workforce
From digital natives to seasoned problem-solvers, collaboration across age-diverse teams unlocks new strengths and innovation
Auto-enrolment is here – but employer schemes may still suit some better
As My Future Fund rolls out, differing tax reliefs, contribution rates and supports mean employees will need to assess which pension option delivers the strongest long-term return
High-profile cyber attacks underline rising risks for smaller organisations
No one is immune, but experts say strong basics, smart use of AI and a security-aware culture can help even smaller organisations stay resilient
Lifting the veil on salary secrecy
The EU Pay Transparency Directive will bring information out in the open, including the disclosure of pay rates in recruitment ads
Addressing housing and talent challenges key in maintaining Ireland’s attractiveness
Two-thirds of AmCham members report experiencing a skills gap, while the organisation sees continued focus on housing delivery as ‘crucial’
A strategic partnership that shapes Ireland’s competitiveness and innovation landscape
US foreign direct investment has been transformational for the Irish economy but the benefits flow in both directions
Clear, consistent policies needed to meet ambitious biomethane targets
With major new biomethane projects in Carlow and Cork, 2030 targets are within reach — but only with faster action and firm policy support
Transformative change is on the way but it comes with complications
The launch of My Future Fund marks the biggest shake-up in Irish pensions since ARFs, with up to 800,000 workers set to join the retirement savings system
Simplicity at the heart of new auto-enrolment pension scheme
National Auto Enrolment Retirement Savings Authority will do the ‘heavy lifting’
Smart energy for business: bringing the electric fleet full circle
While EVs promise zero tailpipe emissions, their climate impact depends on how the electricity is sourced—solar, wind and PPAs offer cleaner, cost-saving solutions
Auto-enrolment pensions finally arrive – here’s what that means for you
It’s been a long time coming, but the My Future Fund automatic pension scheme is starting in January