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Presented by Newstalk's Business Editor Joe Lynam, this 30-minute programme focuses on the key business stories from home and abroad, market analysis, new business innovations and profile interviews.
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Ireland’s richest local authority Dun Laoghaire Rathdown is soon to equip many of its dozens or vehicles with new sensors and measuring devices in order to make that part of Dublin a so-called ‘smart city’. The idea is to gauge where the worst pollution or most stubborn traffic are in the county and get the private sector to help rectify problems. For more on this Joe spoke to Ronan Heron, is the Digital Strategy Officer with Dun Laoghaire Rathdown CoCo
About €150bn is sitting in current accounts in Ireland earning next to nothing in interest. Michael Healy, is the Managing Director with IG thinks we should be investing some of that money in capital markets especially in shares or ETFs. IG has been a trading platform for many decades but now claims to be the cheapest way to buy worldwide stocks in Ireland putting it up to the likes of Davys or Goodbodys. Michael joined Joe to discuss further.
Newstalk Business Editor Joe Lynam and Austin Hughes from AJ Bell take a look at the business news headlines this morning.
There’s only one product that comes from goats that can command very high prices and that’s cashmere of course. Suzie Monaghan has been selling cashmere sweaters, socks and jackets for 65 years on South Anne St .As we approach Christmas she expects her busiest time to start now. Joining Joe in studio to chat about her business was Suzie Monaghan from Monaghans Cashmere.
Getting houses built and infrastructure in general is the biggest single issue facing Ireland’s economy. But doing so is becoming increasingly difficult. The number of judicial reviews on planning decisions are on target to double this year compared to last year and only this week a local goose population prevented the building of 600 homes in Dublin. Joe discusses this and more with Stephen Garvey and the Chief Executive of Glenveagh Homes.
Thursday's business news headlines along with Joe Lynam.
A new survey of Irish business owners reveals that housing shortages have evolved from a social issue into a critical business constraint, with 68% saying housing influences where they locate offices. That’s according to The Ireland edition of The Business Owners Sentiment Survey report for professional services group S&W. Speaking to Tom on this was their Managing Partner, John O’Callaghan.
Irish organisations see the opportunities from AI agents, but are not yet grasping the transformative powers. That’s according to a new survey from PWC Ireland, published today. All to discuss with David LeeIrish, Chief Technology officer, PwC Ireland.
Tom McEnaney brings us the main business news headlines.
Minister of State for Public Procurement, Digitalisation and eGovernment, Emer Higgins has officially launched the opening of registration for Ireland’s first Government Supply Expo 2025 which takes place today. Minister Higgins gave all the details to Tom on the show this morning,
Tom McEnaney brings us Tuesday's business news headlines.
Chambers Ireland have today released the Irish results of Europe’s largest business sentiment survey. The 2026 Eurochambres Economic Survey, based on responses from over 41,000 businesses across Europe, reveals that businesses are striving to get back on a growth trajectory after several challenging years. Joining Tom to discuss further was Chief Executive of Chambers Ireland, Ian Talbot.
Artificial intelligence is increasingly changing the way work is delivered in the professional services sector, as well as the expectations of clients. But does it pose an existential threat to the consultancy sector, at least in its current form? All to discuss with Harry Goddard CEO of Deloitte in Ireland.
In a job interview, you typically expect the person being interviewed is the one trying to impress. But 70% of Irish professionals have declined a job offer after a poor interview experience, according to a new study from Robert Walters. Joining Tom to discuss more is Suzanne Feeney, Country Manager with Robert Walters Ireland.
Monday business news and markets with Tom McEnaney and Kathleen Brooks, XTB.
President Donald Trump’s use of broad powers to impose his signature tariffs faced a barrage of skeptical questions at the Supreme Court on Wednesday that signal it may be ready to intervene. Professor of Economics at DCU Edgar Morgenroth discussed this further with Tom.
The formal unveiling of new OPW Custom Controls Facility and integrated Border Control Post at Rosslare Europort opens today. Joining Tom ahead of the opening was the new CEO of Iarnród Éireann, Mary Considine.
Thursday's business new review with Tom McEnaney.
Circle K, Ireland’s leading forecourt and convenience retailer, has officially opened its first dedicated electric vehicle hubs at Clonshaugh, and City Avenue in Dublin. The Clonshaugh hub features five super-fast chargers and ten bays, while City Avenue offers four super-fast chargers and eight bays. The super-fast EV chargers will be among the fastest available in Ireland delivering up to 400kW each.
Only 37% of employees believe that their workplace supports them to engage in activities to maintain their health and prevent future diseases. That’s according to Vhi Ireland’s new Workplace Health Insights survey, which is highlighting the need to rethink how workplace wellbeing is promoted. To discuss further Tom spoke to Amy Burke People and Sustainability Officer, Vhi.
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