Your money questions: How much extra money can I make if I buy an investment property through my pension?

An investment property could generate far bigger returns if bought through a pension scheme rather than…

ECB staff question robustness of fractured asset management supervision

The argument for greater centralisation is set out in a post on the ECB’s blog, co-written…

Financial infidelity – what is it and what are the warning signs to look for?

Ellen found out about her husband’s cheating while she was in the supermarket. He had been…

Here’s the Bellew brothers’ rule: ‘We have to work hardest. Because if we don’t, then someone else will’

Bellew Electrical is forged in Ulster football but is taking on the world Ollie Bellew of…

Low investment by SMEs is not due to lack of credit, Central Bank deputy says

Vasileios Madouros said research by his institution has found that attitudes to risk are more important…

Top 5 Best Private Equity CRM for Europe Companies

TL;DR: Best Private Equity CRM for Europe Companies depends on whether relationship intelligence, governance depth, or…

More than €33m in money belonging to dead or missing patients has yet to be claimed from HSE, accounts show

Nearly €9m paid out to estates or next of kin in 2024 The accounts show the…

‘Dealing directly with hotels can be more cost-effective than third-party booking sites’ – money experts reveal how they pay less for their holidays

Avoiding credit cards and spreading the cost throughout the year can ease post-holiday debt Money experts…

Anonymous browsing with Planet VPN

In today’s world, keeping your digital privacy is more important than ever. For those in the…

EU must simplify regulation to compete with US and China, says Ursula von der Leyen

EU growth has been persistently lower than that of the United States over the past two…

Showcase shaping new drinking trends

Bartender sessions are very popular Scotland’s biggest spirits tasting event offers a chance to discover new…

Fathers with young children working much less than in 2019, study finds

New study finds fathers with young children working much less than in 2019 The average hours…

How UK Regional Exporters Are Bypassing Banking Delays in 2026

The export machinery of the UK’s regional business hubs is accelerating in 2026. From Glasgow’s tech…

New multi-million euro cross-border scheme aims to help up to 100 SMEs

The initiative, which is called Datum, will provide direct support to companies looking to upgrade production…

5 Ways to Enhance Community Preparedness

Most emergencies start small, then speed up fast. A slip in a hallway, a kitchen burn,…

Boatbuilder collapses amid financial challenges

An impression of one of the vessels (Image: Coastal Workboats) A state-backed shipyard building the UK’s…

New Wegovy weight-loss pill to be made in Ireland for markets outside US

The pharmaceutical company will extend its manufacturing facility in Athlone, Co Westmeath, chief executive Mike Doustdar…

Merchant takes reins at Gillespie Macandrew

Gavin Merchant: worked in banking and private markets Scottish law firm Gillespie Macandrew has appointed Gavin…

Most people underestimate the value of a stay-at-home parent, new survey reveals

It would cost around €60,000 a year to replace a parent who works in the home…

O’Flynn Group and AIB partnership passes ‘milestone’ of 6,000 homes

A total of 531 homes completed at Cork’s Ballinglanna development is the latest scheme to close.…

Spanish police file sets out alleged links between aristocrat’s Dublin fintech and drug cartel’s money laundering operation

Report alleges Irish firm was connected to an unlicensed digital bank which enabled cocaine gang to…

Vialex acquired by West Midlands firm Higgs

Partners: Nick Taylor and Keith Anderson (pic: supplied) Scottish legal services company Vialex has sold its…